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Join us today and unlock your full potential for success in the rapidly changing world of engineering and technology. UW-Madison’s College of Engineering (COE) is a leading professional development organization dedicated to empowering engineers and technical professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in their fields. We offer a wide range of cutting-edge courses designed to enhance professional growth and provide opportunities for career advancement. Our expert instructors, both faculty and industry veterans, deliver engaging and practical training sessions that bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications. Whether you are looking to deepen your expertise in a specific technical area, stay abreast of the latest industry trends, or broaden your skill set to adapt to evolving challenges, UW-Madison’s College of Engineering is your trusted partner in engineering professional development.

 

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New QRM Strategic Leadership Driving Empowerment, Financial Success, and Sustained Gains

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 21-23, 2025 (D682)
    Live Online
    $1,975
In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, operations leadership must implement Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) principles and foster a culture of empowerment, accountability, and financial acumen to drive superior and sustained results. This advanced course equips leaders with the strategic skills and insights to lead QRM initiatives, empower cross-functional teams, and make sound financial decisions supporting long-term competitiveness.
Customizable
Topic: Industrial, Quick Response Manufacturing
RA00062

Supervision and the Art of Supervising

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 21-23, 2025 (D579)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
  • Oct. 6-8, 2026 (D905)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
Develop the leadership mindset and supervisory skills needed to inspire teams, resolve conflict, and drive performance. This hands-on course blends modern leadership techniques with classic supervisory principles to help you lead with confidence and clarity.
Customizable
Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
RA01840

Advanced World-Class Storeroom Principles

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 28-30, 2025 (D580)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
  • Nov. 3-5, 2026 (D909)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,795
Transform your storeroom from a cost center into a strategic asset with advanced tools, proven practices, and hands-on instruction from industry experts. This highly interactive course equips professionals with the real-world techniques and templates used by top-performing MRO teams.
Topic: Industrial, Maintenance and Reliability Management
RA01835

New QRM Introduction Fundamentals of Quick Response Manufacturing

Upcoming Dates
  • Oct. 28, 2025 (D664)
    Live Online
    $250
This introductory course provides a foundational understanding of Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM), emphasizing lead time reduction to enhance organizational competitiveness. Participants will explore key strategies for eliminating inefficiencies and fostering enterprise-wide improvements.
Customizable
Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes, Quick Response Manufacturing
RA18013

Decisionmaking as a Competitive Advantage Choosing by Advantages (CBA)

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 5-6, 2025 (D977)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Jun. 16-17, 2026 (E020)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
Join our course to master a proven decisionmaking* process essential for professionals in capital-intensive manufacturing, facilities, and construction projects. Developed by Jim Suhr in 1981 and detailed in his influential works, CBA offers a structured five-phase approach to making sound decisions using both objective and subjective data. Participants will learn to discern decision contexts, effectively use data, and apply CBA methods through hands-on case studies. This course is designed for leaders, managers, engineers, and consultants, equipping them with practical skills to make better, more informed decisions, enhance collaboration, and drive continuous improvement in their organizations. Enhance your decision-making capabilities and achieve better outcomes in today's complex business environment.
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA00027

Principles and Practices of Mechanical Integrity for Industrial Refrigeration Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 5-7, 2025 (D292)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Nov. 4-6, 2026 (D301)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Master the principles and practices of mechanical integrity (MI) to ensure the safety and reliability of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems. This course equips engineers with the knowledge to comply with regulatory requirements, conduct inspections, and mitigate mechanical integrity risks effectively.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
Topic: Industrial, Ammonia Refrigeration
RA01096

Leading Digital Change Transforming People, Process, and Purpose

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 11-13, 2025 (D976)
    Live Online
    $1,995
Leading digital change goes beyond new technology; it's about empowering people, optimizing processes, and defining a clear purpose. This course provides leaders and teams with the practical tools and frameworks needed to navigate complex strategic and cultural transformations. You will leave with an actionable roadmap for your organization's ongoing success in the digital age.
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA00020

New Supply Chain Analytics

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 13-14, 2025 (E026)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
While 91% of organizations surveyed by APQC indicated use of analytics as effective or very effective, 39% lack people with the necessary skills to perform the required analysis. In this hands-on course, participants with varying technical proficiency will gain a better understanding of how to apply advanced data methods to help solve their supply chain and operations challenges.
Customizable
Topic: Industrial, Operations and Manufacturing Processes
RA00109
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