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SUMMARY:Intro to Excel - Instructor-led Online Series
DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour session will introduce you to the capabilities of the MS Excel program. Learn thebasics of what you can do with the powerful electronic spreadsheet program including: \n\n\n\n\nPurpose of spreadsheets\n\n\n\nMoving around the screen\n\n\n\nUsing the ‘Ribbon’\n\n\n\nEntering data\n\n\n\nCreating basic formulas\n\n\n\nSelecting cells\n\n\n\nWorking with workbooks\n\n\n\nViewing & printing\n\n\n\n\nDate: October 24\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/intro-to-excel-instructor-led-online-series-2/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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SUMMARY:Minute Taking - Online
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for people who are responsible for taking minutes in meetings.  You will learn how to co-ordinate meetings\, take minutes in formal and informal meetings\, edit the minutes without altering content\, and how to present\, distribute and maintain the minutes most effectively.  Topics include agenda preparation\, minute taking styles & formats for different types of meetings\, some basics on Rules of Order and motions\, what to keep in\, what to leave out\, and more. \n\n\n\nA.  Your Role\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Preparation\n\n\n\nWorking with the Chair\n\n\n\nRecording\n\n\n\nDistribution\n\n\n\n\nB.  Meeting Preparation\n\n\n\n\nAgenda Preparation\n\n\n\nNotifying & Confirming Attendance\n\n\n\nPreparing the Room\n\n\n\n\nC.  Working with the Chair\n\n\n\n\nImproved Communication\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Objectives\n\n\n\nFollow-up and Approval\n\n\n\n\nD.  Recording\n\n\n\n\nMinute Formats (narrative\, action\, resolution)\n\n\n\nLevel of formality\n\n\n\nEnhancing your listening skills\n\n\n\nRules of Order\n\n\n\nWhat to keep\, what to leave out\n\n\n\nUsing a template\n\n\n\nStaying “on track”\n\n\n\nIdentifying decisions and action plans\n\n\n\nEditing and Proofreading\n\n\n\nApprovals and Sign-offs\n\n\n\n\nE.  Distribution\n\n\n\n\nWho gets a copy?\n\n\n\nStoring the original\n\n\n\nPreparing for next meeting\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDate:                     September 28\, 2023 \n\n\n\nTime:                     9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocation:                 Online \n\n\n\nTuition:                   $300.00 \n\n\n\nInstructor:               Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/minute-taking-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230831T130000
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SUMMARY:Excel Extras - Instructor-led Online Series
DESCRIPTION:You know the basics of the Excel program. Now learn about what else you can do to make workingwith this program even easier and more effective in this 3-hour session. Topics include: \n\n\n\n\nWorking with graphics\n\n\n\nInserting a screenshot\n\n\n\nSorting & Filtering\n\n\n\nUsing hyperlinks\n\n\n\nUsing comments\n\n\n\nDrop-down lists\n\n\n\nGrouping & Subtotals\n\n\n\nQuick Analysis\n\n\n\n\nDate: August 31\, 2023Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/excel-extras-instructor-led-online-series-3/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230817T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230817T160000
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SUMMARY:Charts & Tables - Instructor-led Online Series - Excel Training
DESCRIPTION:In the Excel program\, you can convert your data from a spreadsheet into a table and/orchart. Learn how you can turn dry financial and statistical information into a vibrant visualdisplay that will have a powerful impact on your audience! \n\n\n\n\nCharts vs. Tables\n\n\n\nCreating a chart\n\n\n\nChanging chart types\n\n\n\nChanging chart layout and location\n\n\n\nUsing sparklines\n\n\n\nCreating a table\n\n\n\nCreating a Pivot Table\n\n\n\n\nDate: August 17\, 2023Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/charts-tables-instructor-led-online-series-excel-training-3/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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SUMMARY:Excel Extras - Instructor-led Online Series
DESCRIPTION:You know the basics of the Excel program. Now learn about what else you can do to make workingwith this program even easier and more effective in this 3-hour session. Topics include: \n\n\n\n\nWorking with graphics\n\n\n\nInserting a screenshot\n\n\n\nSorting & Filtering\n\n\n\nUsing hyperlinks\n\n\n\nUsing comments\n\n\n\nDrop-down lists\n\n\n\nGrouping & Subtotals\n\n\n\nQuick Analysis\n\n\n\n\nDate: August 17\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/excel-extras-instructor-led-online-series/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230803T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230803T160000
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SUMMARY:Formatting the Worksheet - Instructor-led Online Series - Excel Training
DESCRIPTION:Make your Excel workbooks look professional and readable by learning how to properlyformat all the aspects of your spreadsheet. In this 3-hour session\, you will learn how towork with: \n\n\n\n\nFormatting dates & numbers\n\n\n\nCell alignment\n\n\n\nFonts & sizes\n\n\n\nBorders\n\n\n\nColours and patterns\n\n\n\nFormat painter\n\n\n\nThemes & Styles\n\n\n\nConditional formatting\n\n\n\n\nDate: August 3\, 2023Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/formatting-the-worksheet-instructor-led-online-series-excel-training-3/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230803T120000
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SUMMARY:Charts & Tables - Instructor-led Online Series - Excel Training
DESCRIPTION:In the Excel program\, you can convert your data from a spreadsheet into a table and/orchart. Learn how you can turn dry financial and statistical information into a vibrant visualdisplay that will have a powerful impact on your audience! \n\n\n\n\nCharts vs. Tables\n\n\n\nCreating a chart\n\n\n\nChanging chart types\n\n\n\nChanging chart layout and location\n\n\n\nUsing sparklines\n\n\n\nCreating a table\n\n\n\nCreating a Pivot Table\n\n\n\n\nDate: August 3\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/charts-tables-instructor-led-online-series-excel-training/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230720T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230720T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
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SUMMARY:Formulas & Functions - Instructor-led Online Series - Excel Training
DESCRIPTION:In this 3-hour session\, learn how to set up formulas and functions to get the Excel programto do the math for you. Topics include: \n\n\n\n\nCreating and editing formulas\n\n\n\nMathematical operators\n\n\n\nCommon functions\n\n\n\nConditional functions\n\n\n\nAbsolute & relative cell references\n\n\n\nProtecting your workbook\n\n\n\n\nDate: July 20\, 2023Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/formulas-functions-instructor-led-online-series-excel-training-3/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230720T120000
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SUMMARY:Formatting the Worksheet - Instructor-led Online Series - Excel Training
DESCRIPTION:Make your Excel workbooks look professional and readable by learning how to properlyformat all the aspects of your spreadsheet. In this 3-hour session\, you will learn how towork with: \n\n\n\n\nFormatting dates & numbers\n\n\n\nCell alignment\n\n\n\nFonts & sizes\n\n\n\nBorders\n\n\n\nColours and patterns\n\n\n\nFormat painter\n\n\n\nThemes & Styles\n\n\n\nConditional formatting\n\n\n\n\nDate: July 20\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/formatting-the-worksheet-instructor-led-online-series-excel-training/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230706T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230706T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20230629T192801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T154014Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Excel - Instructor-led Online Series
DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour session will introduce you to the capabilities of the MS Excel program. Learn thebasics of what you can do with the powerful electronic spreadsheet program including: \n\n\n\n\nPurpose of spreadsheets\n\n\n\nMoving around the screen\n\n\n\nUsing the ‘Ribbon’\n\n\n\nEntering data\n\n\n\nCreating basic formulas\n\n\n\nSelecting cells\n\n\n\nWorking with workbooks\n\n\n\nViewing & printing\n\n\n\n\nDate: July 6\, 2023Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/intro-to-excel-instructor-led-online-series-3/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
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SUMMARY:Formulas & Functions - Instructor-led Online Series - Excel Training
DESCRIPTION:In this 3-hour session\, learn how to set up formulas and functions to get the Excel programto do the math for you. Topics include: \n\n\n\n\nCreating and editing formulas\n\n\n\nMathematical operators\n\n\n\nCommon functions\n\n\n\nConditional functions\n\n\n\nAbsolute & relative cell references\n\n\n\nProtecting your workbook\n\n\n\n\nDate: July 6\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/formulas-functions-instructor-led-online-series-excel-training/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
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SUMMARY:Intro to Excel - Instructor-led Online Series
DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour session will introduce you to the capabilities of the MS Excel program. Learn thebasics of what you can do with the powerful electronic spreadsheet program including: \n\n\n\n\nPurpose of spreadsheets\n\n\n\nMoving around the screen\n\n\n\nUsing the ‘Ribbon’\n\n\n\nEntering data\n\n\n\nCreating basic formulas\n\n\n\nSelecting cells\n\n\n\nWorking with workbooks\n\n\n\nViewing & printing\n\n\n\n\nDate: June 22\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/intro-to-excel-instructor-led-online-series/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20230317T214357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T224140Z
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SUMMARY:WRITING EFFECTIVE PROPOSALS – Instructor-Led Online
DESCRIPTION:This 2-day course is designed to teach students how to write an effective proposal\, whether to obtain work for a business or funding for an organization. The steps involved are covered from obtaining the needed information to prepare the proposal right to the layout of the final document. Through a combination of lecture and hands on work\, students will work through the development and preparation of an actual proposal. \n\n\n\nDate: June 7 to 8\, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00. p.m.Cost: $600.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/writing-effective-proposals-instructor-virtual-courses/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20230317T214203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T224108Z
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SUMMARY:WRITING & EDITING SKILLS - MAKING THE MESSAGE CLEAR - Instructor-Led Online
DESCRIPTION:Good business writing leads to good business decisions\, which leads to good business. This course emphasizes business writing (letters\, memos\, emails\, documents\, web material) with the reader and readability in mind. In two days you will focus on new formats\, writing style\, tone\, clarity\, conciseness and results while exploring new skills and time saving approaches. \n\n\n\n\nSpend less time writing and more time communicating\n\n\n\nMotivate and persuade readers to take action\n\n\n\nDevelop an active\, objective and powerful writing style\n\n\n\nWrite sensitive or negative messages in a positive way\n\n\n\nUnderstand the importance of word choice\n\n\n\nLearn the implications of FOIP in written documentation\n\n\n\nPrepare written information with objectivity and a results perspective\n\n\n\nDevelop time saving approaches to minute taking\n\n\n\n\nOutline: \n\n\n\nWhy is writing so difficult to do? \n\n\n\nPreparing to Write \n\n\n\n\nPurpose\n\n\n\nAudience\n\n\n\nTone\n\n\n\n\nChoosing a Format \n\n\n\n\nEmails/Memos\n\n\n\nBusiness Letters\n\n\n\nReports\n\n\n\nAdvertising Material\n\n\n\nInstructional Documents\n\n\n\nHistorical Records\n\n\n\n\nPutting it All Together \n\n\n\n\nStart with an Outline\n\n\n\nGreetings & Introductions\n\n\n\nMain body of the message\n\n\n\nWrapping things up\n\n\n\nProof-reading & Editing\n\n\n\n\nEffective and Efficient \n\n\n\n\nClear & Simple\n\nVocabulary\n\n\n\nSentence length & structure\n\n\n\nParagraph length\n\n\n\n\n\nReadability\n\nHeadings\n\n\n\nLists/Tables\n\n\n\nPage Numbering\n\n\n\nUnderlining & Italics\n\n\n\nFont size and weight\n\n\n\nGraphics & Pictures\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMechanics of Writing \n\n\n\n\nCorrect word choice\n\n\n\nCorrect spelling\n\n\n\nComma usage\n\n\n\nCapitalization\n\n\n\nNumbers\n\n\n\nAbbreviations\n\n\n\nLatin expressions\n\n\n\nSubjects & Verbs\n\n\n\nColons & Semi-colons\n\n\n\n\nBest Practices & Practical Application \n\n\n\n\nEmails/Memos\n\n\n\nBusiness Letters\n\n\n\nReports\n\n\n\nAdvertising Material\n\n\n\nInstructional Documents\n\n\n\nHistorical Records\n\n\n\n\nDate: May 10 to 11\, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Location: OnlineCost: $600.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/writing-editing-skills-making-the-message-clear-virtual-course-2/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230622T193000
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SUMMARY:Business Administration Math Entry Course
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in attending the Business Administration Program but are missing the Math prerequisite or need to refresh your math skills? \n\n\n\nThis course will introduce students to the mathematical principles needed to be successful in the Business Administration Program. It will act as a pathway to admittance for students who may not currently meet the admission requirements or wish to refresh their skills before starting the program. The course will cover the concepts underlying math theories\, principles\, and usage. These fundamental skills are necessary to be successful in the BA Program for the development of numerical literacy. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDates: May 9\, 2023 – June 22\, 2023 \n\n\n\nTimes: Tuesday and Thursday Evenings from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Joanna Hartley \n\n\n\nTuition: $475.00 plus the cost of the textbook \n\n\n\nTextbook: Foundations of Mathematics with Geometry\, Trigonometry\, and Statistics\, Third Edition\, by Kugathasan & Kox (Publisher: Vretta). Price: E-Textbook package $80 +taxes.  \n\n\n\nPrerequisites: English 150 or English 30-2\, Math 145 or Math 20-2 or 20-1 \n\n\n\nLocation: Online via TEAMS/Moodle
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/business-administration-math-entry-course/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230502T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230603T235959
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20230413T203613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T214730Z
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SUMMARY:BUSI 0255 Small and Medium Sized Enterprises for Local Economic Development in the Extractive Sector - ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in starting your own business in the extractive sector? This is your opportunity to get started developing your own business plan with real-world examples and mentoring! Industry experts share their knowledge\, expertise and advice as guest speakers throughout the course. \n\n\n\nSmall and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) for Local Economic Development in the Extractive Sector\, aims to provide practical business/entrepreneurial skills for those looking to enter or expand their presence in the mining and petroleum supply chains. The focus is on understanding the context of business\, finance\, marketing and operations for these SMEs\, with an emphasis on the local community. Learn to integrate SMEs into the supply chain at any phase of the mine life cycle including exploration\, development\, production\, and reclamation. \n\n\n\nDates               May 2\, 2023 – June 3\, 2023 \n\n\n\nTimes               Tuesdays from 6 PM – 9 PM (May 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, and May 30) \n\n\n\nThursday from 6 PM – 9 PM (May 4\, 11\, 18\, and May 25 and June 1) \n\n\n\n                        Saturdays from 9 AM – Noon (May 13\, 27\, and June 3) \n\n\n\nInstructor        Dr. Kim Lemky \n\n\n\nTuition             $475.00 plus the cost of the textbook \n\n\n\nTextbook             Required : \n\n\n\nBalderson\, D.W.\,  & Mombourquette\, P. (2020). Canadian Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management. 11th Edition. McGraw – Hill.  \n\n\n\nOr online e-book (student can order these online) \n\n\n\nLocation          Online via TEAMS \n\n\n\nFor information/registration\, please contact Karen Horn at (867) 920-8802 or email khorn@auroracollege.nt.ca
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/busi-0255-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises-for-local-economic-development-in-the-extractive-sector/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20221125T205557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T171458Z
UID:10000213-1681376400-1681387200@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Excel Extras - Online
DESCRIPTION:This series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live\, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal\, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises\, students can complete the exercises on their own computer\, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise\, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor. \n\n\n\nYou know the basics of the Excel program. Now learn about what else you can do to make working with this program even easier and more effective in this 3-hour session. Topics include: \n\n\n\n\nWorking with graphics\n\n\n\nInserting a screenshot\n\n\n\nSorting & Filtering\n\n\n\nUsing hyperlinks\n\n\n\nUsing comments\n\n\n\nDrop-down lists\n\n\n\nGrouping & Subtotals\n\n\n\nQuick Analysis\n\n\n\n\nDate: April 13\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/excel-extras/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230406T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20230313T164131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T164137Z
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SUMMARY:C.O.R.E De-Escalation - Online
DESCRIPTION:Creating Opportunities with Respect & Empathy\n\n\n\nIntroduction \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction Sequence\n\n\n\nTraditional lecture vs. skill based learning\n\n\n\nDe-escalation Overview\n\n\n\nGoals of the course\n\n\n\n\nPart I: Realizing Expectations \n\n\n\n\nBeing a professional brings expectations from:– The organization\, the public\, the media and the courts\n\n\n\nNatural reactions in the face of conflict – Fight\, Flight or Freeze– Exceptions are those who benefited from: great parents\, great mentors\, the Anvil of Experience (making mistakes) or effective training Experience Alone is No Guarantee of Success – Ericsson’s 10\,000 hr. principle\n\n\n\nIntergenerational Communication– For the first time\, we are seeing Grandparents working on teams that contain persons their grandchildren’s age. Dr. Mary Donahoe\n\n\n\nThe Impact of Technology on Interpersonal Communication– Video Technology has created a new reality\, the power of social media\n\n\n\n\nPart II: It’s Not Personal! \n\n\n\n\nRationalizing the Irrational– People under the influence of negative emotions can appear irrational– Their attacks can be very personal and offensive\n\n\n\nPeople Don’t Mean What They Say …– Words and meanings can be (and usually are)\, completely different– We need to ignore the words and search for the correct meanings\n\n\n\nDon’t Take the Bait – 80% of Complaints Stem from Our Reaction\n\n\n\nEGO Is the EnemyUltimately\, that voice in our head that makes us do and say things that we never planned on doing or saying!\n\n\n\nCompliance vs. Cooperation – Separating attitude from behavior\n\n\n\nThe Unanswered Question – the appropriate response to verbal resistance\n\n\n\n\nPart III: The Learned Response Confidence In Conflict – Confidence comes from skill acquisition and skill development Aristotle – ‘Audiences Are Made\, Not Found’ and the 3 Appeals Emotional Intelligence:Knowing who we are and what our role is (moral compass) Recognizing our emotions (and only perform the positive ones) Recognizing the emotions of others (empathy) Using this awareness to start building a relationship THE 93% RULE – It’s not what you say\, it’s how you say it! \n\n\n\n\nBreath! – Control your heart rate and prevent your emotions from ‘high jacking’ you\n\n\n\nC.O.R.E. Philosophy– By recognizing and controlling our negative emotions\, we can now perform only positive emotions. This mindset allows us to see opportunity in conflict as we endeavor to maintain the high ground by showing respect and diffusing the other with empathy\n\n\n\nPROFESSIONAL RESPECT– Performed respect forms the basis of a healthy relationship\n\n\n\nPROFESSIONAL EMPATHY– Essential for diffusing a difficult encounter – empathy absorbs tension\n\n\n\n\nPart IV: Communication Essentials \n\n\n\n\nBreath! – Control your heart rate and prevent your emotions from ‘high jacking’ you\n\n\n\nC.O.R.E. Philosophy– By recognizing and controlling our negative emotions\, we can now perform only positive emotions. This mindset allows us to see opportunity in conflict as we endeavor to maintain the high ground by showing respect and diffusing the other with empathy\n\n\n\nPROFESSIONAL RESPECT– Performed respect forms the basis of a healthy relationship\n\n\n\nPROFESSIONAL EMPATHY– Essential for diffusing a difficult encounter – empathy absorbs tension\n\n\n\n\nPart IV: Communication Essentials \n\n\n\n\nActive Listening Revisited – Finding the meanings behind the words\n\n\n\nThe Power of Paraphrasing – the ultimate communication tool\n\n\n\nDigging Deeper – asking the appropriate questions at the appropriate time\n\n\n\nProviding Real Options – The essence of persuasion\n\n\n\n\nPart V: Practical Application \n\n\n\n\nPersonal Security Awareness– Imminent Jeopardy– Proxemics\n\n\n\nDe-escalation Phrases – demonstrate that you are listening – refocus the contact\n\n\n\nC.O.R.E. PROCESS– Introduction Sequence– Clarify – ask the $1\,000\,000 question– Establish Context– tactfully minimize resistance\, build upon credibility– Proceed OR Persuade – VerifyConclude\n\n\n\nCase Study – application of C.O.R.E. techniques to actual events\n\n\n\nScenario Development – Practical application– Skill building – Introduction Sequence with De-escalation phrases– Skill building – Clarifying Sequence– Skill building – Putting it all together\, no resistance– Skill building – Minimal Resistance – persuasion– Skill building – Medium Resistance – persuasion – Verify\n\n\n\nThe Ethical Protector Creed and Closing Remarks\n\n\n\n\nPart V: Practical Application \n\n\n\n\nPersonal Security Awareness– Imminent Jeopardy– Proxemics\n\n\n\nDe-escalation Phrases – demonstrate that you are listening – refocus the contact\n\n\n\nC.O.R.E. PROCESS– Introduction Sequence– Clarify – ask the $1\,000\,000 question– Establish Context– tactfully minimize resistance\, build upon credibility– Proceed OR Persuade – VerifyConclude\n\n\n\nCase Study – application of C.O.R.E. techniques to actual events\n\n\n\nScenario Development – Practical application– Skill building – Introduction Sequence with De-escalation phrases– Skill building – Clarifying Sequence– Skill building – Putting it all together\, no resistance– Skill building – Minimal Resistance – persuasion– Skill building – Medium Resistance – persuasion – Verify\n\n\n\nThe Ethical Protector Creed and Closing Remarks\n\n\n\n\nDate: April 5 & 6\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $600.00Instructor: Darcy PennockLocation: Online via Zoom
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/c-o-r-e-de-escalation-online/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20221125T205310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T171402Z
UID:10000212-1680166800-1680177600@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Charts & Tables - Online
DESCRIPTION:This series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live\, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal\, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises\, students can complete the exercises on their own computer\, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise\, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor. \n\n\n\nIn the Excel program\, you can convert your data from a spreadsheet into a table and/or chart. Learn how you can turn dry financial and statistical information into a vibrant visual display that will have a powerful impact on your audience! \n\n\n\n\nCharts vs. Tables\n\n\n\nCreating a chart\n\n\n\nChanging chart types\n\n\n\nChanging chart layout and location \n\n\n\nUsing sparklines\n\n\n\nCreating a table\n\n\n\nCreating a Pivot Table
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/charts-tables/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20221125T205000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T171323Z
UID:10000211-1678957200-1678968000@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Formatting the Worksheet - Online
DESCRIPTION:This series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live\, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal\, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises\, students can complete the exercises on their own computer\, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise\, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor. \n\n\n\nMake your Excel workbooks look professional and readable by learning how to properly format all the aspects of your spreadsheet. In this 3-hour session\, you will learn how to work with: \n\n\n\n\nFormatting dates & numbers\n\n\n\nCell alignment\n\n\n\nFonts & sizes\n\n\n\nBorders\n\n\n\nColours and patterns\n\n\n\nFormat painter\n\n\n\nThemes & Styles\n\n\n\nConditional formatting\n\n\n\n\nDate: March 16\, 2023Time: 9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/formatting-the-worksheet-online/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20221125T221039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221125T221043Z
UID:10000215-1678784400-1678809600@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Minute Taking - Online
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for people who are responsible for taking minutes in meetings. You will learn how to co-ordinate meetings\, take minutes in formal and informal meetings\, edit the minutes without altering content\, and how to present\, distribute and maintain the minutes most effectively. Topics include agenda preparation\, minute taking styles & formats for different types of meetings\, some basics on Rules of Order and motions\, what to keep in\, what to leave out\, and more. \n\n\n\nA. Your Role \n\n\n\nMeeting PreparationWorking with the ChairRecordingDistribution\n\n\n\nB. Meeting Preparation \n\n\n\nAgenda PreparationNotifying & Confirming AttendancePreparing the Room\n\n\n\nC. Working with the Chair \n\n\n\nImproved CommunicationUnderstanding ObjectivesFollow-up and Approval\n\n\n\nD. Recording \n\n\n\nMinute Formats (narrative\, action\, resolution)Level of formalityEnhancing your listening skillsRules of OrderWhat to keep\, what to leave outUsing a templateStaying “on track”Identifying decisions and action plansEditing and ProofreadingApprovals and Sign-offs\n\n\n\nE. Distribution \n\n\n\nWho gets a copy?Storing the originalPreparing for next meeting
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/minute-taking-online/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230302T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20221125T204537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T224412Z
UID:10000210-1677762000-1677772800@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Formulas & Functions - Online
DESCRIPTION:This series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live\, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal\, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises\, students can complete the exercises on their own computer\, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise\, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor. \n\n\n\nIn this 3-hour session\, learn how to set up formulas and functions to get the Excel program to do the math for you. Topics include: \n\n\n\nCreating and editing formulasMathematical operatorsCommon functionsConditional functionsAbsolute & relative cell referencesProtecting your workbook\n\n\n\nDate: March 2\, 2023Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/formulas-functions-online/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20230216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20221125T203945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T224003Z
UID:10000209-1676552400-1676563200@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to Excel - Online
DESCRIPTION:This series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live\, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal\, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises\, students can complete the exercises on their own computer\, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise\, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor. \n\n\n\nIntro to Excel\n\n\n\nThis 3-hour session will introduce you to the capabilities of the MS Excel program. Learn the basics of what you can do with the powerful electronic spreadsheet program including: \n\n\n\nPurpose of spreadsheetsMoving around the screenUsing the ‘Ribbon’Entering dataCreating basic formulasSelecting cellsWorking with workbooksViewing & printing\n\n\n\nDate: February 16\, 2023Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/intro-to-excel-online/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20220819T134504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T193925Z
UID:10000185-1670403600-1670515200@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:WRITING EFFECTIVE PROPOSALS – INSTRUCTOR-LED ONLINE SERIES - Virtual Courses
DESCRIPTION:This 2-day course is designed to teach students how to write an effective proposal\, whether to obtain work for a business or funding for an organization. The steps involved are covered from obtaining the needed information to prepare the proposal right to the layout of the final document. Through a combination of lecture and hands on work\, students will work through the development and preparation of an actual proposal. \n\n\n\nDate: December 7 & 8\, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00. p.m.Cost: $600.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/writing-effective-proposals-instructor-led-online-series-virtual-courses/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20220819T134348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T194002Z
UID:10000184-1669712400-1669824000@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:READING & UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Virtual Courses
DESCRIPTION:You pay all kinds of money to your accountant to prepare annual financial statements for your business\, but do you really know how to read them? This workshop goes through the sections of basic financial statements including balance sheets\, income statements and supporting documents to give you a thorough understanding of the information they contain. You will learn how to use common ratios used by lenders and investors to determine the health of your business\, as well as ways to thoroughly analyze the information contained in the statements. \n\n\n\nCourse Objectives \n\n\n\nTo learn how the double entry accounting system worksTo develop an understanding of the principles of accounting used in financial statementsTo learn what information is included in a balance sheetTo learn what information is included in an income statementTo learn how to analyze the information in financial statementsTo learn how to prepare a statement of cash flows\n\n\n\nCourse OutlineA. Bookkeeping Basics \n\n\n\nDouble entry accounting – a simple explanationAssets\, liabilities\, equity\, income & expense accountsDebits and credits\n\n\n\nB. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) \n\n\n\nCommon GAAPs used in accountingHow does this apply to your business?\n\n\n\nC. Basic Financial Statements \n\n\n\nBalance SheeTIncome StatementStatement of Cash Flows\n\n\n\nD. Understanding the Financial Statements \n\n\n\nHow can you use this information to manage your businessWhat do the numbers tell you?Using financial ratios to analyze the business\n\n\n\nE. Be the Banker \n\n\n\nPractice sessions analyzing a variety of businesses\n\n\n\nDate: November 29 & 30\, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Location: Aurora College\, Yellowknife CampusCost: $600.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/reading-understanding-financial-statements-virtual-courses/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20220818T214102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T194345Z
UID:10000183-1668502800-1668700800@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:BOOKKEEPER & FINANCIAL CLERK/ASSISTANT TRAINING – INTRO TO ACCOUNTING - Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed to enhance the knowledge of people presently employed in a bookkeeping or finance position\, or interested in pursuing a career in a bookkeeping position. \n\n\n\nCourse Description \n\n\n\nThis 3-day course looks at the theory and the steps involved in preparing books for a business or organization in the NWT. Using an accounting simulation consisting of actual source documents from a fictitious business\, students will enter one month of financial transactions for a small company using the five-journal system. This course will show students who use a computerized software program what is actually happening behind the entry screens on their computer and will give them a better overall understanding of the accounting process. Please note: This class includes intensive\, hands-on work that will require your full attention. It is strongly suggested that if you are participating in these on-line sessions\, you take the class in an environment where you can focus solely on the class. You will need a calculator or adding machine for this session. \n\n\n\nCourse objectives \n\n\n\nAfter completing this course\, you will be able to:Better understand the accounting process used in the 5 Journal manual accounting system \n\n\n\nBe familiar with the steps involved in the annual accounting cycleUnderstand the five account categories used in accountingUnderstand Debits & Credits\n\n\n\nDates: November 15 – 17\, 2022Times: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Location: Aurora College\, Yellowknife CampusInstructor: Heather LyonCost: 750.00
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/bookkeeper-financial-clerk-assistant-training-intro-to-accounting-virtual-course/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20220818T201545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T194514Z
UID:10000182-1668070800-1668081600@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:EXCEL EXTRAS - Virtual Courses
DESCRIPTION:You know the basics of the Excel program. Now learn about what else you can do to make working with this program even easier and more effective in this 3-hour session. Topics include: \n\n\n\nWorking with graphicsInserting a screenshotSorting & FilteringUsing hyperlinksUsing commentsDrop-down listsGrouping & SubtotalsQuick Analysis\n\n\n\nDate: November 10\, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – NoonCost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon \n\n\n\nABOUT EXCEL TRAINING – INSTRUCTOR-LED ONLINE SERIES\n\n\n\nThis series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live\, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal\, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises\, students can complete the exercises on their own computer\, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise\, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor.
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/excel-extras-virtual-courses/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114451
CREATED:20220818T201430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221125T223234Z
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SUMMARY:MINUTE TAKING - Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for people who are responsible for taking minutes in meetings. You will learn how to co-ordinate meetings\, take minutes in formal and informal meetings\, edit the minutes without altering content\, and how to present\, distribute and maintain the minutes most effectively. Topics include agenda preparation\, minute taking styles & formats for different types of meetings\, some basics on Rules of Order and motions\, what to keep in\, what to leave out\, and more. \n\n\n\nA. Your Role \n\n\n\nMeeting PreparationWorking with the ChairRecordingDistribution\n\n\n\nB. Meeting Preparation \n\n\n\nAgenda PreparationNotifying & Confirming AttendancePreparing the Room\n\n\n\nC. Working with the Chair \n\n\n\nImproved CommunicationUnderstanding ObjectivesFollow-up and Approval\n\n\n\nD. Recording \n\n\n\nMinute Formats (narrative\, action\, resolution)Level of formalityEnhancing your listening skillsRules of OrderWhat to keep\, what to leave outUsing a templateStaying “on track”Identifying decisions and action plansEditing and ProofreadingApprovals and Sign-offs\n\n\n\nE. Distribution \n\n\n\nWho gets a copy?Storing the originalPreparing for next meeting\n\n\n\nDate: November 8\, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Location: OnlineTuition: $300.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/minute-taking-virtual-course/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20221103T160000
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SUMMARY:WRITING & EDITING SKILLS - MAKING THE MESSAGE CLEAR - Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION:Good business writing leads to good business decisions\, which leads to good business. This course emphasizes business writing (letters\, memos\, emails\, documents\, web material) with the reader and readability in mind. In two days you will focus on new formats\, writing style\, tone\, clarity\, conciseness and results while exploring new skills and time saving approaches. \n\n\n\nSpend less time writing and more time communicatingMotivate and persuade readers to take actionDevelop an active\, objective and powerful writing styleWrite sensitive or negative messages in a positive wayUnderstand the importance of word choiceLearn the implications of FOIP in written documentationPrepare written information with objectivity and a results perspectiveDevelop time saving approaches to minute taking\n\n\n\nOutline: \n\n\n\nWhy is writing so difficult to do? \n\n\n\nPreparing to Write \n\n\n\nPurposeAudienceTone\n\n\n\nChoosing a Format \n\n\n\nEmails/MemosBusiness LettersReportsAdvertising MaterialInstructional DocumentsHistorical Records\n\n\n\nPutting it All Together \n\n\n\nStart with an OutlineGreetings & IntroductionsMain body of the messageWrapping things upProof-reading & Editing\n\n\n\nEffective and Efficient \n\n\n\nClear & SimpleVocabularySentence length & structureParagraph lengthReadabilityHeadingsLists/TablesPage NumberingUnderlining & ItalicsFont size and weightGraphics & Pictures\n\n\n\nMechanics of Writing \n\n\n\nCorrect word choiceCorrect spellingComma usageCapitalizationNumbersAbbreviationsLatin expressionsSubjects & VerbsColons & Semi-colons\n\n\n\nBest Practices & Practical Application \n\n\n\nEmails/MemosBusiness LettersReportsAdvertising MaterialInstructional DocumentsHistorical Records\n\n\n\nDate: November 2 & 3\, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Location: OnlineCost: $600.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/writing-editing-skills-making-the-message-clear-virtual-course/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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