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IMS New Manager Program
60% of new managers fail within their first 24 months in the role. IMS will help you change that. The IMS New Manager Program offers a comprehensive 12-week online course tailored for managers and supervisors, as well as those transitioning into first-time management role. The series is divided into three monthly modules led by accredited Subject Matter Experts, interwoven with a common theme. A blended learning journey approach that is supported by coaching transforms employees into exceptional managers.
  • Lead teams that deliver results - build team cohesion, focus on what matters & provide meaningful work.
  • Communicate with impact - strengthen in-person & virtual communication skills, resolve conflicts & manage difficult conversations.
  • Develop others - coach & deliver relevant, timely & actionable feedback that energizes employees instead of draining them.
  • Lead Authentically - demonstrate behaviors aligned with principles & values, earn trust through empathy, self-awareness, & humility.
  • Enhance leadership influence - develop business acumen, connect strategic priorities with financial realities & drive accountability
Highlights Of The Program
  • Intended audience: New or emerging first-time supervisors or managers
  • Format: Virtual-Live with recording available
  • Duration: 12 weeks (average 1hr per week)
  • Educator to participant ratio: 1:24
  • Certification and Continuing Educational Credits
  • Personal and Group coaching for all participants
Coaching
Participants in our new manager program will have exclusive access to ICF-certified coaches with over a decade of experience, both in a small group and individual setting. These coaches are well-versed in the program content and will offer reinforcement coaching to all participants on a monthly basis during designated time frames. more...
Registration fee
$1,995 per person for the Fall 2025 3 month series
SEPTEMBER
23
SEP
2025
Module 1 - Leading with Impact & Developing Others
with Ann Tardy
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OCTOBER
21
OCT
2025
Module 2 - Mastering Financial Acumen: A New Manager's Essential Toolkit
with Dr. Noah Barsky
New Manager Series
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NOVEMBER
18
NOV
2025
MODULE 3 - Essential Leadership Skills for New Managers
with Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
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