Upcoming Events
DMACC Business Resources 2025 Calendar
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: February – April 2025
- 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 16)
Designed for employees identified as high potential for leadership positions, this training will help grow and develop your organization's future leaders.
- Dates: March - November 2025
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $1,900 for the first seat, $1,750 for each subsequent seat.
- Registration: Register here or by email dbr@dmacc.edu
Emerging Leaders (Cohort 17)
Designed for employees identified as high potential for leadership positions, this training will help grow and develop your organization's future leaders.
- Dates: September 2025 - May 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $1,900 for the first seat, $1,750 for each subsequent seat.
- Registration: Register here or by email dbr@dmacc.edu
Mastering the Art of Communicating & Connecting with Team Members
In today’s fast-paced, collaborative work environment, effective communication is key to building strong, productive relationships with team members and stakeholders. But communication isn’t one-size-fits-all. Understanding the why and how behind our messages can transform the way we connect with others.
In this interactive one-hour webinar, we’ll dive into essential strategies to enhance your communication skills and strengthen relationships across all levels of your organization. This session will provide you with valuable insights to not only improve day-to-day interactions but also create stronger, more cohesive relationships with those around you. Join us to enhance your communication toolkit and empower your ability to connect with others more effectively!
- Date: April 30, 2025
- Time: 11 a.m. - Noon
- Location: Zoom
- Investment: FREE
- Registration: Register here
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 2025
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Ankeny Campus
- Investment: $1,400 per seat
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a skills-based training that teaches adults how to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenges.
In this two half-day class, participants will become a certified Mental Health First Aider through the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
- Dates: June 4-5, 2025
- Time: 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Ankeny Campus
- Investment: FREE
- Registration: Register here
OSHA 30 – General Industry
Equip your employees with essential safety knowledge through our comprehensive OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Training. This course covers critical safety topics, including hazard recognition, prevention, and OSHA regulations, ensuring a safer workplace. Ideal for general industry employers, this training empowers your team to maintain compliance and enhance overall safety culture. Enroll today to prioritize safety and protect your workforce.
- Dates: June 24 – 27, 2025
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC’s Southridge Center
- Investment: $550 per seat *Lunch included*
- Registration: Register here or email dbr@dmacc.edu
Intro to Project Management
Designed specifically for those who are actively managing projects, this class is a deep dive into the processes, knowledge areas, inputs, and outputs you need to know to manage projects more effectively.
- Date: August 6 & 7, 2025
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Location: DMACC Urban Campus
- Investment: $1,200 per seat *Lunch included*
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
Evolving Leaders
Aimed at mid-level leaders who've been in a leadership role for two - five years, the series focuses on the key skills of leading through change, motivating leaders who report to you, innovative problem solving and strategic thinking.
- Dates: September 2025 – January 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Location: Taught live via Zoom
- Investment: $1,400 for the first seat, $1,200 for subsequent seats.
- Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
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