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Managing Generations in the Workplace

Baby Boomers. Generation X. Generation Y. Veterans. Both in life and work, these distinctive generations come together in modern society to achieve common goals. Learn to effectively manage this diverse employee pool through Drexel University's new Managing Generations in the Workplace certificate program. Catering to the unique needs of your organization, the program is available through a variety of delivery modes including online, hybrid (a combination of online and face-to-face instruction), or customized to fit your industry or organization.

By understanding the ways in which your employees bring different values, attitudes, expectations, and levels of commitment to the workplace, you will learn to motivate and retain multiple generations, while creating a collaborative environment that leverages its diversity.


Who should learn about Management Generations in the Workplace?

Drexel's Managing Generations in the Workplace program is designed for...

  • Anyone interested in a leadership role on an organizational or project level.
  • Managers who wish to respond to workfoprce change.

  • Corporate executives interested in implementing policies to reflect these changes.

 

Program Content

Through the Managing Generations in the Workplace program, you will gain valuable insights into key areas of management and develop useful strategies for intergenerational leadership including:

  • Implications of demographic and labor projections on workforce policies.
  • Successful strategies for responding to projected workforce change.

  • Comparing generations' characteristics, core values, and workplace traits.

  • Cross-generational workplace issues including hierarchy and workplace change, technology and communication challenges, and varying goals.

  • Feedback, management style, and career paths for each generation.

  • Recruiting and retention tips and learning styles.

  • A special focus on Generation Y: Your next employee pool.

 

For more information, please contact Ted Hartz at 215-895-5951 or email: tah59@drexel.edu .