4 to 5 hour programs offer interactive exercises, breakout discussion rooms, and much more

IMS VIRTUAL LEARNING JOURNEY

 
IMS Virtual Learning Journeys are designed to help you develop the skills required to be an effective leader.
  • Interactive virtual-live programs are engaging and fit into your busy schedule.
  • Taught by bestselling authors and professors from top business schools.
  • Application focused case studies and breakout rooms let you practice new skills.
  • 30 day learning journey with IMSQuickCoach videos to reinforce content.
  • Follow-up coaching session with the educator to help apply what you learned.
  • Certificate of Completion to document your development experience with IMS.
  • View Live Or Watch Recording - available for 30 days after the program
  • Registration fee is only $395 per program.
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UPCOMING VIRTUAL PROGRAMS

Authentic Leadership: Build Trust, Resolve Conflicts, And Inspire Others

October 08, 2024 with Mike Robbins
Authenticity is critical to success and effectiveness for 21st-century leaders. Now more than ever, it's essential for leaders to build authentic relationships to build trust, resolve conflicts, and create a true sense of inspiration and unity for their teams and organizations. This interactive program is filled with insight and practical techniques; all grounded in positive psychology and strengths-based leadership principles.
Book by Mike Robbins
Book by Mike Robbins

Becoming A Leader: Strategies & Tools For New & Emerging Leaders

October 10, 2024 with Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
This program focuses on equipping managers with the knowledge and tools they need to effectively manage people and increase productivity in their areas of responsibility. Participants explore basic managerial concepts, discuss common situations and challenges and learn how to apply specific strategies and tools to successfully manage people.
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper

Become An Influential Communicator

October 17, 2024 with Tatiana Kolovou
Effective communication is a crucial skill in the business world, and this course will help you hone yours. The program covers the theory of persuasion and likability, as well as strategies for audience analysis and influential presentations.

Boosting Productivity: Time Management Tactics For Working Smarter

October 22, 2024 with Helene Segura
This transformational program is designed for busy managers, project leaders, and senior individual contributors who want to operate more efficiently and strategically to maximize productivity. Whether you're working virtually, onsite, or hybrid, discover these critical strategies and tactics to bolster your leadership ability and skills.
Book by Helene Segura
Book by Helene Segura

Think Smarter, Not Harder: Developing Your Decision Making Skills

October 24, 2024 with Dr. Graeme Codrington
The ability to make good decisions when faced with complex problems is a skill that will help you get noticed and get ahead. But a challenging truth is that the further you progress in your career, the bigger and more ambiguous the problems you face will become. Invest your time in this program to learn advanced critical thinking strategies which will enable your continued success.
Book by Dr. Graeme Codrington
Book by Dr. Graeme Codrington

Mastering Tough Conversations: Communicate Best When It Matters Most

October 29, 2024 with Neil Staker
This program is incredibly practical and engaging. You'll learn why most approaches fail in these tough situations and gain insights into what actually works. There will be lots of opportunities to practice to ensure what you learned translates to improved results back at work. Fun, active, and incredibly engaging, this program takes solid social science and makes it actionable.

Influence To Impact: Leveraging Interpersonal Power For Women Leaders

November 05, 2024 with Dr. Jeanne Porter King
Influence is a crucial competency that enables leaders to succeed in the global marketplace. This program is a highly interactive, leadership development workshop for women. In this program, women come to understand the three levels of power involved in influencing, they discover their I2I (Influence to Impact) Influence Profile, they are taught the power of language and the role gender plays in organizational influence, they are taught to use di...
Book by Dr. Jeanne Porter King
Book by Dr. Jeanne Porter King

Communicating With Influence And Impact

November 12, 2024 with Stacey Hanke
In today's virtual, in-person, and hybrid world, communicating with influence is harder and more critical than it's ever been. How you communicate determines whether others see you as credible, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Without doing this effectively, you inhibit your maximum potential to influence, increase profits, and cultivate long-term relationships.
Book by Stacey Hanke
Book by Stacey Hanke

How To Think Strategically And Make An Impact

November 14, 2024 with Dr. Michael Roberto
Strategic thinking is a rare and valuable competency that is needed at all levels of the organization. It is the number one development requirement for the next generation of leaders. Those who have it will see more opportunities for contribution and for advancement. This program will help you develop a foundational understanding of strategy, enabling you to make a broader impact in your organization.
Book by Dr. Michael Roberto
Book by Dr. Michael Roberto

The Ultimate Career Management Tools For Today's Professionals

November 19, 2024 with William Arruda
In this powerful, interactive program you will learn what makes both WFH and in office professionals power up what makes them unique and compelling. Discover the secrets of an engaging, thought provoking three step process to reveal, express and amplify the best image of yourself.
Book by William Arruda
Book by William Arruda

Dealing With Difficult People: Turn Tension Into Collaboration

November 21, 2024 with Dr. Michelle Brody
Difficult colleagues show up at work in many forms and lead to frustration and lower productivity. What can be done about a micromanaging, undermining, uncooperative or thwarting colleague? Team members, who get impossibly defensive when you try to offer feedback? The intuitive methods leaders use to manage "difficult coworkers" often backfire, resulting in vicious cycles of worsening behavior.
Book by Dr. Michelle Brody
Book by Dr. Michelle Brody

Powerful Communication: Craft And Deliver Your Message With Authority And Authenticity

December 03, 2024 with Dr. Debbye Turner Bell
Effective communication can impress people but powerful communication can move people to action. This program identifies the elements of powerful communication and teaches you how to harness and utilize your individual skills to become a communicator that persuades, inspires, and transforms. Expect a highly interactive program with group exercises, skills assessment, demonstrations, and plenty of opportunities to apply what you are learning.
Book by Dr. Debbye Turner Bell

Power Up Your Day: Master Time And Focus To Boost Productivity

December 05, 2024 with Bill Williams
Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted at the end of the day and wondering when you'll get all your 'stuff' done? Bill Williams will deliver a high-energy, three-hour program that will allow you to own your time. Do you know what's truly important to you? You certainly know what's urgent. Understand the difference between urgent and important.
Book by Bill Williams

Powerful Tools For Handling Workplace Challenges And Tough Conversations.

December 10, 2024 with Karin Hurt and David Dye
In a high-pressure environment, it's easy for a simple conversation to ignite into a full-blown conflict. But what if you could diffuse the tension before it escalates? Unlock the power of care-filled words to enhance your credibility, navigate sensitive topics, and establish your reputation as a highly skilled communicator.
Book by Karin Hurt and David Dye
Book by Karin Hurt and David Dye

Leading Like Legends: Hollywood's Lessons In Leadership

December 12, 2024 with Dr. Robert Bies
This program delves into the essence of exceptional leadership through the portrayal of iconic figures in silver screen history. Inspired by legendary Hollywood movies, it equips participants with invaluable insights and tangible strategies to elevate their leadership skills.
Book by Dr. Robert Bies

Strategic Fitness: Advanced Strategic Thinking And Planning To Maximize Leadership Performance

January 21, 2025 with Rich Horwath
Are you and your team strategic? The answer can make or break your business. A study of more than 10,000 senior executives showed that the #1 most important leadership behavior critical to individual and organizational success is "being strategic."
Book by Rich Horwath
Book by Rich Horwath

LEAD With Courage: Transforming Organizational Decision-Making

January 23, 2025 with Dr. Nicole Price
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, traditional leadership strategies often fall short, leaving leaders facing high rates of compassion fatigue and stagnant workplace engagement levels-hovering around 30% for years. Our traditional focus on emotional intelligence has made people happier, yet without improving business outcomes, while courageous leadership has often been met with resistance.
Book by Dr. Nicole Price
Book by Dr. Nicole Price

Redefining Presence: Unlocking The Secrets To Leadership And Influence

January 28, 2025 with Lida Citroen
In our rapidly evolving world, the traditional concept of executive presence has given way to a more inclusive and outcome-focused perspective. No longer is the spotlight solely on exuding gravitas, articulating with scripted eloquence, and adhering to a specific image of authority.
Book by Lida Citroen
Book by Lida Citroen

Working Smart: Managing Priorities And Mastering Workflow

February 11, 2025 with Dr. Jason Womack
Your work days are different now. There's as much (or more) to do as always, and to add to the pressure you feel, uncertain times lay ahead. Some priorities you are managing because they are in your job description. Other priories have been thrust upon you, while you handle the daily workflow of email in between attending phone and video meetings. How are you doing? Are you feeling more stressed than you want to be right now? During this session,...
Book by Dr. Jason Womack
Book by Dr. Jason Womack

A Leader's Playbook: Emotional Intelligence, Engaging Feedback, Clear Communication

February 13, 2025 with Christine Comaford
Most leaders miss that how we use our attention (or lack of) has a 50-70% emotional impact on our team, for better or worse. Leaders who learn to leverage this simple principle wisely can significantly improve their team's performance. This program will help you achieve this by increasing your capabilities in three key areas:
Book by Christine Comaford
Book by Christine Comaford

Difficult Conversations: A Managers Guide To The Toughest Workplace And Employee Challenges

February 20, 2025 with Margaret Morford
This program teaches essential skills which every manager needs to succeed. Learn proven strategies for having courageous conversations to tackle the toughest workplace and employee issues. Discover how to address performance problems and provide feedback with candor and grace. Become comfortable having difficult conversations.
Book by Margaret Morford
Book by Margaret Morford

Increase Your Impact: Influencing And Inspiring Others

February 25, 2025 with Ty Bennett
Consider the adage, "Old ways won't open new doors." The world of work has shifted and leading with power and trading on titles is no longer effective. In their place, partnership, communication, inclusion, and connection have become the game-changers. To stay current in a rapidly changing world, leaders need to learn how to "open new doors" by adopting new skills and challenging old mindsets. In this program Ty Bennett will t...
Book by Ty Bennett
Book by Ty Bennett

Becoming A Leader: Strategies & Tools For New & Emerging Leaders

February 27, 2025 with Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
This program focuses on equipping managers with the knowledge and tools they need to manage people effectively and increase productivity in their areas of responsibility. Participants explore basic managerial concepts, discuss common situations and challenges, and learn how to apply specific strategies and tools to manage people successfully.
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper

Leadership Tactics To Increase Engagement, Efficiency And Results

March 11, 2025 with Dr. Cory Scheer
When it comes to leadership, there is no one size or one style that fits all situations. For over 50 years, Situational Leadership has proven to be a framework that transforms leaders, teams, and organizations. Situational Leadership is so effective because it encourages and equips the leader to adapt their style of leadership based on the competency level and willingness of the team member to successfully complete a specific task.
Book by Dr. Cory Scheer

Breakthrough Ideas: Becoming A More Strategic Thinker

March 13, 2025 with Dr. Julia Sloan
The highly interactive program starts by exploring an unconventional model of the cognitive clusters that underpin strategic thinking. It then covers the five essential attributes of strategic thinkers and ends by examining the process of enhancing strategic thinking at both an individual and team level.
Book by Dr. Julia Sloan
Book by Dr. Julia Sloan

Leadership Presence: Sending All The Right Signals

March 18, 2025 with Dr. Carol Kinsey Goman
Leadership presence is that elusive quality that sets you up for the next promotion and gives your career an extra boost. It's a blending of personal and interpersonal communication skills that when combined, send all the right signals. It's the impact you make when you show up and contribute in meetings. It's knowing how to project confidence and keep your poise under pressure. It's the ability to present your ideas decisively, assertively, and ...
Book by Dr. Carol Kinsey Goman
Book by Dr. Carol Kinsey Goman

Equipping Women Leaders To Own Their Brilliance

March 20, 2025 with Candace Doby
Women leaders at every level have more pressure on them than ever to produce efficient results, show value that can't be duplicated by artificial intelligence and build skills that help position their organizations for growth in the future. Taking risks to speak up with divergent ideas, challenge old ways of doing things, ask for help or say "I don't know" are among necessary actions that can set women leaders and their organizations on a path to...
Book by Candace Doby

Dealing With Difficult People: Bringing Out The Best In Others

March 27, 2025 with Dr. Rick Brinkman
This program is based on the best selling McGraw-Hill book Dealing with People You Can't Stand: How to Bring Out the Best in People at Their Worst, co-authored by Dr. Rick Brinkman and Dr. Rick Kirschner, which has been translated into 25 languages.
Book by Dr. Rick Brinkman
Book by Dr. Rick Brinkman

Become An Influential Communicator

April 24, 2025 with Tatiana Kolovou
Effective communication is a crucial skill in the business world, and this course will help you hone yours. The program covers the theory of persuasion and likability, as well as strategies for audience analysis and influential presentations.

Boosting Productivity: Time Management Tactics For Working Smarter

April 29, 2025 with Helene Segura
This transformational program is designed for busy managers, project leaders, and senior individual contributors who are looking to operate more efficiently and strategically in order to maximize productivity. Whether you're working virtually, onsite or a hybrid, bolster your leadership ability and skills when you discover these critical strategies and tactics.
Book by Helene Segura
Book by Helene Segura

Mastering Tough Conversations: Communicate Best When It Matters Most

May 06, 2025 with Neil Staker
This program is incredibly practical and engaging. You'll learn why most approaches fail in these tough situations and gain insights into what actually works. There will be lots of opportunities to practice to ensure what you learned translates to improved results back at work. Fun, active, and incredibly engaging, this program takes solid social science and makes it actionable.

How To Build Your Executive Presence And Impact

May 08, 2025 with May Busch
Having executive presence and impact is essential for leadership and career success. This program clarifies the actionable strategies participants can put to work right away to inspire confidence, command attention, and gain the respect of senior decision-makers from the moment they enter the room (including Zoom) through to the end of the meeting.
Book by May Busch

How To Think Strategically And Make An Impact

May 22, 2025 with Dr. Michael Roberto
Strategic thinking is a rare and valuable competency that is needed at all levels of the organization. It is the number one development requirement for the next generation of leaders. Those who have it will see more opportunities for contribution and for advancement. This program will help you develop a foundational understanding of strategy, enabling you to make a broader impact in your organization.
Book by Dr. Michael Roberto
Book by Dr. Michael Roberto

Leading With Emotional Intelligence

May 29, 2025 with Brenda Bailey-Hughes
Developing your emotional intelligence can help you succeed at any stage of your life or career. It can also help you become a better leader, mentor, and coach. In this course, Brenda Bailey-Hughes defines exactly what emotional intelligence is and how it can help you manage your emotions and build stronger relationships. Learn how to understand others' perspectives, balance empathy and accountability, demonstrate listening, and respond appropria...

Becoming An Uncommon Leader: Communication, Motivation, And Support

June 12, 2025 with Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
This program is perfect for all managers looking for ways to increase their effectiveness as a leader. Using riveting examples and stories, Ellen Burts-Cooper will teach the proven techniques used by uncommon leaders. Discover how to increase the results of your team by clearly communicating goals, managing priorities, delegating tasks, and building a culture of accountability. Don't miss this opportunity to take your leadership skills to the nex...
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper

Communicating With Influence And Impact

June 17, 2025 with Stacey Hanke
In today's virtual, in-person, and hybrid world, communicating with influence is harder and more critical than it's ever been. How you communicate determines whether others see you as credible, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Without doing this effectively, you inhibit your maximum potential to influence, increase profits, and cultivate long-term relationships.
Book by Stacey Hanke
Book by Stacey Hanke

Powerful Tools For Handling Workplace Challenges And Tough Conversations.

July 17, 2025 with Karin Hurt and David Dye
In a high-pressure environment, it's easy for a simple conversation to ignite into a full-blown conflict. But what if you could diffuse the tension before it escalates? Unlock the power of care-filled words to enhance your credibility, navigate sensitive topics, and establish your reputation as a highly skilled communicator.
Book by Karin Hurt and David Dye
Book by Karin Hurt and David Dye

Working Smart: Managing Priorities And Mastering Workflow

July 22, 2025 with Dr. Jason Womack
Your work days are different now. There's as much (or more) to do as always, and to add to the pressure you feel, uncertain times lay ahead. Some priorities you are managing because they are in your job description. Other priories have been thrust upon you, while you handle the daily workflow of email in between attending phone and video meetings. How are you doing? Are you feeling more stressed than you want to be right now? During this session,...
Book by Dr. Jason Womack
Book by Dr. Jason Womack

Be The Leader That People Will Follow

August 19, 2025 with Dr. Robert Bies
In these most challenging times, people are looking for leadership. They are looking to you for leadership. There are three core leadership skills that are critical to be the leader that people will want to follow-building trust, storytelling, and delivering bad news. In these times of turbulent change, building trust is more important than ever. This program will focus on identifying the "enemies" of trust (e.g., incomplete communicati...
Book by Dr. Robert Bies

Mastering Tough Conversations: Communicate Best When It Matters Most

September 16, 2025 with Neil Staker
This program is incredibly practical and engaging. You'll learn why most approaches fail in these tough situations and gain insights into what actually works. There will be lots of opportunities to practice to ensure what you learned translates to improved results back at work. Fun, active, and incredibly engaging, this program takes solid social science and makes it actionable.

Difficult Conversations: A Managers Guide To The Toughest Workplace And Employee Challenges

October 07, 2025 with Margaret Morford
This program teaches essential skills which every manager needs to succeed. Learn proven strategies for having courageous conversations to tackle the toughest workplace and employee issues. Discover how to address performance problems and provide feedback with candor and grace. Become comfortable having difficult conversations.
Book by Margaret Morford
Book by Margaret Morford

Becoming A Leader: Strategies & Tools For New & Emerging Leaders

October 09, 2025 with Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
This program focuses on equipping managers with the knowledge and tools they need to manage people effectively and increase productivity in their areas of responsibility. Participants explore basic managerial concepts, discuss common situations and challenges, and learn how to apply specific strategies and tools to manage people successfully.
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper

How To Build Your Executive Presence And Impact

October 14, 2025 with May Busch
Having executive presence and impact is essential for leadership and career success. This program clarifies the actionable strategies participants can put to work right away to inspire confidence, command attention, and gain the respect of senior decision-makers from the moment they enter the room (including Zoom) through to the end of the meeting.
Book by May Busch

Leadership Tactics To Increase Engagement, Efficiency And Results

October 23, 2025 with Dr. Cory Scheer
When it comes to leadership, there is no one size or one style that fits all situations. For over 50 years, Situational Leadership has proven to be a framework that transforms leaders, teams, and organizations. Situational Leadership is so effective because it encourages and equips the leader to adapt their style of leadership based on the competency level and willingness of the team member to successfully complete a specific task.
Book by Dr. Cory Scheer

Communicating With Influence And Impact

November 18, 2025 with Stacey Hanke
In today's virtual, in-person, and hybrid world, communicating with influence is harder and more critical than it's ever been. How you communicate determines whether others see you as credible, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Without doing this effectively, you inhibit your maximum potential to influence, increase profits, and cultivate long-term relationships.
Book by Stacey Hanke
Book by Stacey Hanke

From Player To Coach: Making The Successful Transition To Management

December 02, 2025 with Dr. Michael Woodward
The transition from star player to team coach is a tremendous leap. All too often new managers are thrown into challenging circumstances with limited support and resources. With the move to virtual environments, managing is more stressful than ever before.
Book by Dr. Michael Woodward
Book by Dr. Michael Woodward

Leading Like Legends: Hollywood's Lessons In Leadership

December 11, 2025 with Dr. Robert Bies
This program delves into the essence of exceptional leadership through the portrayal of iconic figures in silver screen history. Inspired by legendary Hollywood movies, it equips participants with invaluable insights and tangible strategies to elevate their leadership skills.
Book by Dr. Robert Bies
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