Upcoming Events
DMACC Business Resources 2025-2027 Calendar
Leadership in Manufacturing
Learn and expand leadership skills in this manufacturing and operations-focused series. Held once a month in-person at DMACC's Southridge Center, attendees will gain tools to effectively lead teams in manufacturing settings.
- Dates: November 2025 – August 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Southridge Center
- Investment: $1,900 per seat, $1,750 for subsequent seats
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
The Moment Needs You!
Learn how to shift from burnout to thriving by exploring practical strategies for managing energy and responsibilities. This four-hour class covers time management, planning techniques, micro-resilience, self-care, and overcoming life’s challenges.
- Date: January 27, 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $650 per seat
- Registration: Register here or by emailing dbr@dmacc.edu
Employee Relations for Managers
This training equips managers with the skills to foster positive employee relations, address workplace concerns effectively, and build a culture of trust and respect. Through real-world scenarios and interactive discussions, they’ll learn to navigate employee issues, apply company policies fairly, and support a productive, engaged workforce.
- Date: February 26, 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $750 per seat (includes lunch)
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
Fuzzy B Facilitation
In this creative problem-solving class, learn how to design and lead sessions that turn uncertainty into ideas, ideas into solutions, and solutions into action.
- Date: March 25, 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $650 per seat
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
The Connected Leader
Intended for existing leaders, this class helps managers and supervisors develop the practical, people-centered leadership skills today’s workplaces demand. Participants will learn four proven practices—effective one-on-ones, feedback that builds trust, developing others through micro-skills, and delegating with growth in mind.
- Dates: May 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $2,500 per seat
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
Essentials of Human Resources
Learn the basics of Human Resource management including talent acquisition, total rewards, employee relations, performance management, and staff development & succession planning in this five-part series.
- Dates: May – October 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $1,400 per seat
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
From Buddy to Boss
Stepping into leadership from within the team can be one of the toughest transitions—especially when you're suddenly responsible for performance, feedback, and tough conversations. This course gives new leaders practical tools and a safe space to build confidence, set expectations, and lead with clarity and impact.
- Date: June 16, 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $850 per seat – Includes Lunch
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
Excel Mastery Series: From Basics to Brilliance
Unlock the full potential of Excel with our comprehensive training series designed for all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your existing skills, this series will guide you through essential tips and advanced techniques to make you an Excel expert.
- Dates: September – November 2026
- Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
- Location: DMACC Ankeny Campus
- Investment: $425 for all five classes or $100 each
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
Emerging Leaders Cohort 18
Designed for employees identified as high potential for leadership positions, this training will help grow and develop your organization's future leaders.
- Dates: September 2026 – May 2027
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $1,900 per seat
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
The Human Side of Safety
Unlock the power of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) in this one-day workshop. Learn to embrace human fallibility, boost safety and resilience, and apply real-world strategies to build trust, reduce risk, and enhance performance.
- Date: October 7, 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $850 per seat – Includes Lunch
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu