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(New!) Crucial Conversations


Program: Certificate in Organizational Leadership and Ethics
Presenter: Debbie Good, Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs and Clinical Professor of Business Administration
Kim Abel, Clinical Professor of Business Administration and Executive Director of Executive Degree Programs and the Center for Executive Education
Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business and College of Business Administration
Workshop Type: In-person
Date: 6/23/2026
Time: 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Location Name: 531 Alumni Hall
Location Address: 4227 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Materials Fee: $30
Who Should Attend: Faculty and staff who are supervisors or administrators or those who have made the transition from technical or administrative positions into managerial career paths where effectively managing people is part of competency development and overall effectiveness

At a time when thoughtful communication is more critical than ever, this workshop examines two popular approaches that allow for both honesty and safety in constructive dialogue. This session combines knowledge, interactive discussion, and skill-building exercises to underscore the importance of effective communication, regardless of one’s role, to achieve productive outcomes.




Managing Remote and Hybrid Work


Program: Certificate in Organizational Leadership and Ethics
Presenter: Dave Lebel, Associate Professor of Business Administration and Director of the Berg Center for Ethics & Leadership
Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business and College of Business Administration
Workshop Type: In-person
Date: 5/27/2026
Time: 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Location Name: 531 Alumni Hall
Location Address: 4227 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Materials Fee: $30
Who Should Attend: Faculty and staff who are supervisors or administrators or those who have made the transition from technical or administrative positions into managerial career paths where effectively managing people is part of competency development and overall effectiveness

Where and how we work has been forever changed by virtual technology—and many leaders are still navigating how best to manage a remote or hybrid workforce. This workshop combines evidence-based practices, interactive discussion, and practical tools to help participants effectively lead employees working in remote, hybrid, or in-person environments. We will explore key strategies for communication, collaboration, accountability, and building team cohesion across different work arrangements.