Want to stay competitive in your career? Join us for a free Webinar, and learn about the skills needed to be successful in the current job market. You'll get information on the latest developments, industry trends, and more! We will also provide you with current options for financial assistance, career planning resources, and supply you with the courses within our Clinical Trials Certificate program that are being offered in the upcoming quarters. Please register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Teaching English Abroad Information Session Teaching can be an amazing adventure and bring invaluable life experience, but there are many things to consider before finding the right job, adjusting to a new country, and developing a connection with your students. Receive tips that you should consider before you leave the U.S. and while you are teaching abroad.

Want to stay competitive in your career? Join us for a free Webinar, and learn about the skills needed to be successful in the current job market. We will also provide you with current options for financial assistance, career planning resources, and supply you with the courses within our Environmental Management Certificate program that are being offered in the upcoming quarters. Please register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Teaching English Abroad Information Session Teaching can be an amazing adventure and bring invaluable life experience, but there are many things to consider before finding the right job, adjusting to a new country, and developing a connection with your students. Receive tips that you should consider before you leave the U.S. and while you are teaching abroad.

Are you starting law school this Fall? Are you unsure of what to expect? Are you concerned that you're not ready? If you answered yes to these questions, you don't want to miss this free webinar about putting your best foot forward in law school. This hour long webinar will address the law school experience and provide practical insights on time management, preparing for class, synthesizing the law, and studying techniques and tips. Register for this free event at http://unex.uci.edu/services/events/

What do 15th century Florence, Italy and our current decade have in common? You may be surprised and intrigued as Matt Langie of Adobe explores an engaging and revealing look at today's "Digital Renaissance in the Age of Analytics" in comparison to the advancements in science, art, architecture, and culture of the Italian Renaissance spanning the 1400's. This webinar will take you on a thought-provoking journey that juxtapositions the leaders from across today's digital innovations with those innovators of the Italian Renaissance whose impact is still felt today.

There are many funding resources available to UC Irvine Extension students to help lower the cost of continuing education. This webinar provides an overview of the private and public funding sources available. From VA benefits, to Workforce Investment Act (WIA), students will learn about eligibility, requirements, and process for applying for these funds. Please register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Wondering what to take? If you're not sure which course(s) will best suit your needs attend this planning session for pre-registration advisement! Also learn more about the certificate program, courses being offered in upcoming quarters, and career planning resources available through UC Irvine Extension.

Wondering what to take? If you're not sure which course(s) will best suit your needs attend this planning session for pre-registration advisement! Also learn more about the certificate program, courses being offered in upcoming quarters, and career planning resources available through UC Irvine Extension.

Mark your calendar now and plan to attend a special topic session for Information Systems Security. This webinar will cover the topics from the third required course in the Information Systems Security Certificate Program, I&C SCI X465.02 Security Architecture & Design. Attendee will also receive information on the Information Systems Security Certificate Program, courses, and the benefits of certification. Courses in this program are offered in a convenient online format that allows even the busiest information security professionals to expand their career options.

Mark your calendar now and plan to attend a webinar on Social Network Programming offered at UCI Extension. Gain an overview of the upcoming course. Must register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Mark your calendar now and plan to attend a special information session An Introduction to Agile for Project Management Professionals offered at UCI Extension. Gain an overview of the upcoming Agile Project Management course. Must register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Today's business leaders understand that projects are how businesses grow and gain market share, and that having a mature project management practice gives them an edge in the marketplace. Part of a mature project management practice is having a defined project portfolio management process. A functional project portfolio management process helps organizations select the right projects and optimize limited resources. This course provides the basic concepts of portfolio management and differentiates portfolio management from project management, program management and the PMO. Join us as we introduce a course titled "Project Portfolio Management" which is scheduled to be offered in Summer 2012. The instructor for this course will also be in this webinar to introduce the course and answer questions. It will also include pre-registration advisement for individuals interested in UC Irvine Extension's new Advanced Project Management Certificate Program.

Spa Experience Mapping (SEM) introduces simple questions and techniques to help spa managers and developers improve visitor experiences at spa facilities. SEM applies a tested protocol consisting of carefully constructed questions that spa experience testers, developers, and managers must consider. The objective of SEM is to provide practical recommendations, ideas, and solutions. UC Irvine Extension is proud to welcome László Puczkó, co-founder of Xellum Ltd., as he explores the art of experience creation and enhancement in spa environments. You'll learn that the most efficient and effective ideas do not require expensive investments, but creative solutions that apply psychological rules to the spa facility. This webinar will include pre-registration advisement for individuals interested in UC Irvine Extension's fully online Spa and Hospitality Management Certificate Program.

Wondering what to take? If you're not sure which course(s) will best suit your needs attend this planning session for pre-registration advisement! Also learn more about the certificate program, courses being offered in upcoming quarters, and career planning resources available through UC Irvine Extension.

Why is marketing so important today's competitive environment? Even the best product or service in the world will fail if it isn't positioned properly in the market place. Join our webinar and learn proven marketing strategies that can lead to success. Marketing managers, company generalists, entrepreneurs and non-marketing professionals are all welcome to join us.

Want to create the next great killer app? Join us for a free Webinar. Gain an overview of the upcoming Mobile Development for Apple iPhone courses. Register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Join us for a free webinar and learn more about the Certificate Program in Sustainable Business Management.

Want to stay competitive in your career? Join us for a free Webinar, and learn about the skills needed to be successful in the current job market. You'll get information on the latest developments in communication technologies, industry trends, and more! We will also provide you with current options for financial assistance, career planning resources, and supply you with the courses within our Communications Systems Engineering program that are being offered in the upcoming quarters. Please register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Whether you are looking to break into the event planning industry or learn a few new event management tips, this course will provide you with the skills to successfully plan and execute and event from start to finish. This course will cover industry standards, resource management, planning strategy, problem resolution and networking. Join us for this webinar exploring the details and benefits of the Introduction to Event Planning Course.

Mark your calendar now and plan to attend a special information session for Amazon's Web Services for Java Developers offered at UCI Extension. Must register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Join us for a free Webinar and review the fundamentals of contract law with an emphasis on real world, day-to-day application. Panelists will explore phases of managing a contract successfully through completion of performance. We will supply you with detailed information on the content of the courses within our Contract Management Certificate program and present you with options for financial assistance. Must register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Join us for a free Webinar and learn how UC Irvine Extension's Writing for Digital Media can help you master the key elements needed for successful writing to achieve your career as a journalist, editor and or writer for influential people in both in print and digital media. We will also provide you with program information and courses being offered in the upcoming year.

Mark your calendar now and plan to attend a special information session offered at UC Irvine Extension on Google Analytics Certification. Must register a www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Join us for a free webinar and learn about the emerging research and standards in Next Generation Video Coding (HEVC) techniques. HEVC provides a significantly higher coding performance than MPEG-2 and AVC, especially for high-resolution video. HEVC also presents many new challenges, including encoding optimization, mode decision, rate-control, hardware design, and error concealment. Jordan Isailovic, Ph.D. Please register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

In order to be successful in the various areas of professional consulting (Legal, Financial, Technical, Events, and Management consulting), the "accidental project managers" must understand the basics of project management and how they apply to consulting type assignments. Unlike other forms of project management, the consultant is required to also create and build on these successes to create new opportunities for the firm. In this webinar, learn what skills in project management best practices, knowledge areas, networking, relationship building and situational awareness must be developed and cultivated in order to be a successful consultant.

Mark your calendar now and plan to attend this special topic session for Web Design and Development. This webinar will go over the curriculum of the NEW WordPress course in the Web Design & Development Certificate Program, I&C SCI X471.73. Attendee will also receive information on the general requirement of the program, courses, and the benefits of certification. Courses in this program are offered in a convenient online format that allows even the busiest professionals to expand their career options. Please register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Get a taste of one of UC Irvine Extension's educational opportunities in the fascinating world of wine by learning online our dynamic Wine Management program. Whether your goal is to become the best wine connoisseur on your block, or if you are considering a career change or enhancement by studying to becoming a sommelier. This session will help you understand the content of our courses and program.

Do you have an idea for a killer app but don't know how to create it? Join us for a free Webinar. Gain an overview of upcoming Android courses. Register at www.extension.uci.edu/events to reserve your space and receive login information.

Today, many companies in all industries and verticals have workers dispersed around the globe. Project teams often have members in geographically diverse locations which create project management challenges. Learn how this course can teach you how to lead a culturally and geographically diverse team taking into consideration different time zones and geographic locations, cultural norms, working styles, and educational backgrounds. Join us and the lead instructor as we introduce a course titled "Global Aspects of Team Leadership" which is scheduled to be offered in Summer 2012. It will also include pre-registration advisement for individuals interested in UC Irvine Extension's new Advanced Project Management Certificate Program.

Participants will be provided an overview of the certificate program, admission requirements and paralegal career opportunities. You will be required to complete a written examination at this meeting, as part of the admission requirements into the Paralegal Certificate Program. Documents required for admission can be brought with you. For more information about the meeting, please contact the Paralegal Programs Office at (949) 824-4598 or email paralegal@unx.uci.edu. Registration is required in order to attend this meeting.

Based on new research, IECA Executive Director Mark Sklarow will examine the profession to see what changes have occurred and where things stand today: numbers of clients, typical services, delivery methods, public perceptions and much more both domestically and internationally. He will also look ahead, giving new projections about where the field is likely to stand 5 and 10 years from now. The information results from a number of external sources, independent voices and new research involving hundreds of IECs. This webinar will include pre-registration advisement for individuals interested in UC Irvine Extension's fully online Independent Educational Consultant Certificate Program.

Please join UC Irvine Extension in welcoming Susie Ellis, President of SpaFinder and Board Member and organizer of the Global Spa and Wellness Summits. Susie will share highlights from the sixth annual Summit taking place June 3-6th in Aspen, Colorado. The Summit, an invitation-only gathering of senior executives from the worldwide spa and wellness arenas, meets once a year to discuss the most critical issues facing the industry. Previous Summits have been held in New York, Switzerland, Turkey and Indonesia, but the 2012 Summit promises to be special as it's being held in collaboration with the prestigious think-tank, the Aspen Institute. Susie will provide a top-level overview of the conference, whose theme is Innovation through Imagination. Participants will get insider access to the latest industry research, initiatives, discussions and recommendations that emerge from this award-winning gathering - from the insights of high-profile keynote speakers addressing the spa industry's relationship to the 'world stage,' to the truly innovative, imaginative concepts underway across the spa industry. One highlight of particular interest to UC Irvine faculty and students will be the release of the new SRI research report, "Spa Management Education: Addressing Market Gaps." This webinar will give spa/wellness industry professionals - and those interested in entering the industry - a valuable, one-hour crash-course on the latest, most interesting happenings from across the global spa sector. Participants will also learn more about UC Irvine Extension's fully online Spa & Hospitality Management Certificate Program, including pre-registration advisement.

Interactive Digital Environments span from simple Webcasts to Virtual Trade Shows to Hybrid Events (which blend physical events with digital) to topical community environments which enable daily engagement with an audience. Kathleen will provide an overview of the Interactive Digital Environment options, talk about some of the common business objectives considered when exploring digital environments, and discuss key criteria for assessing your needs. Case study examples will be shown to demonstrate these environments visually and prepare viewers for what kind of metrics can be expected.

Participants will be provided an overview of the certificate program, admission requirements and paralegal career opportunities. You will be required to complete a written examination at this meeting, as part of the admission requirements into the Paralegal Certificate Program.

"Big Data" often means Big Opportunity but for the everyday Marketing Professional that doesn't have unlimited time, resources and budget, Big Data may bring Big Problems. According to IBM, "every day we create 2.5 quintillion bytes of data - so much so that 90% of all data available in the world today was created in the last 24 months"? Leveraging "Big Data" is captivating the Marketing world and attracting significant company investment and resources. "Big Data" to the Marketer can mean the massive databases of your company's Facebook Friends, Twitter Followers, LinkedIn Group Members, Trade Show Attendees, Customers, Prospects, Subscribers and on and on. But how do you normalize this? How do you segment them? How do you message to them? What insights are gained and what decisions should be made? This webinar will break down "Big Data" into useful concepts and real world solutions that can demystify this intimidating topic and provide you every day solutions to improve your bottom line.

Have you wondered how "Human Resources Management and Businesses" connect? Listen to our presenter, Linda Marcot, a Principal at LMC Partners' human capital and communications consultant, discuss how important this collaboration is for a successful business. See how UC Irvine Extension's Human Resources Certificate Program can supplement your HR body of knowledge and enhance your career goals.