Online Class: Goal Setting for Business

Name: Goal Setting for Business
Price: 95.00 USD

Discover how intricately crafted goals serve as a compass across the business landscape, transforming aspirations into reality while enhancing communication and leadership skills. This course teaches the secrets of goal-setting, setting a foundation for both personal and collective success in the corporate world.

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6

Hours
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CEUs

Course Description

Unleashing Your Potential: The Power of Goal-Setting in Business

Venturing into the business realm, you were likely fueled by dreams and aspirations. Be it ascending the corporate ladder, launching an innovative startup, or simply multiplying your earnings, visions of achievement have always been your beacon. Yet, have you ever paused to consider the art and science of goal-setting? Did you know that the manner in which you architect your goals can make or break their realization?

Contrary to popular belief, setting objectives isn't just about jotting down lofty dreams. It's an intricate dance of intention, strategy, and execution. Goals are the compass guiding you through the turbulent seas of business, from refining your communication skills with stakeholders to spearheading transformative projects. Crafted wisely, they possess the power to redefine your trajectory, turning aspirations into tangible milestones.

Embark on a transformative odyssey with us as we demystify the alchemy of effective goal-setting. Together, we'll dissect the anatomy of a goal, diving deep into its core components. You'll unearth the strategies to sculpt potent objectives that not only propel your career forward but also amplify your skills, morphing you into a holistic, indispensable asset for any team.

But goals aren't just about personal growth; they're the linchpin fostering collective progress, enhancing team synergy, and driving business evolution. By mastering the art of goal-setting, you're not just investing in yourself; you're fortifying the foundation upon which entire enterprises are built.

So, if you're yearning for a reinvigorated career trajectory, let goals be your guiding star. Embellish your professional canvas with milestones that resonate and inspire. Your future self will revel in gratitude. Dive into this transformative journey; enroll now and sculpt a future brimming with achievements.

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Self-Paced
Printable Lessons
Full HD Video
6 Months to Complete
24/7 Availability
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PC & Mac Compatible
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Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1. Goal Setting Basics

Taking charge of a team can be a terrifying experience at first. The idea of taking charge of a group or leading a business can strike fear into anyone. However, you may soon find that there are certain tactics that make leading a more fluid, enjoyable experience for everyone involved. 11 Total Points

Lesson 1 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-1-Activity-15677.pdf
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Motives for Taking this Course
Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam

Lesson 2. Why Are Goals Important?

Goals are ambitions, plans, and efforts to achieve an end result. Goals are essential to the success of your business. Without setting goals, your business is less likely to see growth and prosperity. Failing to create and aspire to goals can be detrimental and even fatal to your business. 11 Total Points

Lesson 2 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-2-WorkSheet-15680.pdf
Complete: Lesson 2 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3. Ground Rules for Goal Setting in Business

You never can dig too deeply when you are determining your goals. Tying your goals to your passions and purpose or the mission and principles of your business can help motivate you. However, there are some tricks and guidelines to help you set strong, effective goals. 10 Total Points

Lesson 3 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-3-HomeWork-15684.pdf
Complete: Lesson 3 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4. Creating a Goal

You still may think that goals sound a bit threatening, but from previous lessons, you know that they are worth the effort. In this lesson, goals will be broken down into a step by step guide. 11 Total Points

Lesson 4 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-4-HomeWork-15687.pdf
Complete: Lesson 4 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5. Effective Goal Setting and Management

Making these benefits work for you will take some effort from you and your employees. If you recall the previous lesson, many of these guidelines will overlap. However, applying them to others will be distinctive from applying them to yourself. Have patience and determination and these benefits will be yours to reap. 11 Total Points

Lesson 5 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-5-WordSearch-15690.pdf
Complete: Lesson 5 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6. Effective Goal Setting and Interpersonal Skills

Interpersonal skills encompass a wide variety of abilities, many of them focusing on how to communicate effectively with others. Some such skills might be forming questions, listening capably, as well as reading social cues and body language. 10 Total Points

Lesson 6 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-6-HomeWork-15694.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7. Using Assertiveness to Your Advantage

Assertiveness, like interpersonal skills, has a lot to do with the way humans communicate. Mainly, it happens to come up in communication and social skill training. Because it is so distinct from other areas of communication, assertiveness almost always is given its own specific area of training. 10 Total Points

Lesson 7 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-7-Activity-15697.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8. Changing the Behavior of Others

Goals can be used to help you improve just about any skill but there are a few key areas where they are indispensable. One of these areas affects your managerial skills again, but because this is a much more in-depth task, it deserves special attention. 10 Total Points

Lesson 8 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-8-WorkSheet-15700.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9. Managing Priorities

For any business plan or initiative to achieve success, your priorities need to work together with your goals. 11 Total Points

Lesson 9 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-9-Downloadable-15704.pdf
Complete: Lesson 9 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10. Planning

Planning and goal setting can work together exceptionally well. As you previously learned, planning is a necessary part of setting smart goals. So how can you use your goals to create a plan? What is the process? What makes a good plan anyway? Here are some answers. 10 Total Points

Lesson 10 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-10-WordSearch-15707.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam

Lesson 11. Delegating

In order to make your business into everything you want it to be, you have to start delegating your tasks. This is a crucial point in striving to achieve your goals. Sometimes, goals in business can be too big for one person to accomplish all on their own. 9 Total Points

Lesson 11 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-11-Downloadable-15711.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam

Lesson 12. Options When Encountering Obstacles

It does not matter what your goal is. Whether it is personal, professional, fun, serious, black, white or anything in between, you always will encounter obstacles along your way. This never fails in the world of goals. It should not deter you from setting goals. 11 Total Points

Lesson 12 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-12-Activity-15714.pdf
Complete: Lesson 12 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam

Lesson 13. Why Individuals Do Not Reach Their Goals

It can seem that those obstacles creep out of the woodwork as soon as you set to work on achieving your goal, but there are other aspects of life that can separate you and your goal. If you familiarize yourself with what is keeping you from your goal, you can more readily account for them when planning and take them in stride. 10 Total Points

Lesson 13 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-13-Downloadable-15718.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 13 Exam

Lesson 14. Strategies to Optimize Reaching Your Goals

So what is the difference between the goals that you achieve and ones that you abandon? How do you set goals that always are, not just occasionally achievable? 9 Total Points

Lesson 14 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-14-Activity-15721.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 14 Exam

Lesson 15. Where to Go from Here

Goal setting, as you may have noticed, is about much more than anything that you can write on paper. Goal setting does not end once you complete your goal. Making a lasting, permanent change to your life lasts long after your goal has been accomplished. 95 Total Points

Lesson 15 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-15-Downloadable-15725.pdf
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Course Comments
Assessment: Lesson 15 Exam
Assessment: The Final Exam

239

Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Define and set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-sensitive (SMART) goals for individual and team success in business.
Demonstrate the ability to differentiate between short-term and long-term goals and their impact on achieving business objectives.
Demonstrate the ability to create a goal-setting strategy that increases employee motivation, accountability, and team collaboration, leading to improved productivity and job satisfaction.
Recognize the importance of setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-sensitive goals to enhance business success and personal growth.
Define and categorize personal or business goals by their time frame, such as short-term, intermediate, or long-term.
Demonstrate the ability to track and evaluate progress toward achieving set goals using measurable criteria and reflective practices.
Define specific, measurable goals using the SMART criteria to ensure clarity and motivation.
Demonstrate the ability to break down long-term goals into actionable monthly and daily tasks for effective progress tracking.
Define the characteristics of 'SMART' goals and demonstrate how they can be applied to enhance employee performance within the company.
Identify methods for aligning individual employee goals with the overall objectives of the company, ensuring mutual growth and satisfaction.
Develop and implement a goal-oriented plan to enhance personal interpersonal skills, demonstrated by improved communication and conflict resolution scenarios within a specified timeframe.
Define and describe the core components of interpersonal skills, including verbal communication, non-verbal communication, and emotional intelligence.
Describe the differences between assertive, passive, and aggressive behaviors in workplace communication and their potential impacts on team dynamics.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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Course Title: Goal Setting for Business

Course Number: 9770570

Lessons Rating: 4.9 / 5 Stars (528 votes)

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Category:

UniversalClass.com > Business > Management

Availability: This course is available online in all U.S. states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It�s also offered in English-speaking countries, including the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Last Updated: March 2024

CEU Value: 0.6 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Classes

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Proctor: UniversalClass Instructional Team

Syllabus: View Syllabus

Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

"I took this class to help further my career in management. It has been very helpful as a new manager." -- Susan O.
"The course was effective in cementing the core concepts of mapping out and achieving goals. I found it to be educational and applicable to numerous paths of life." -- Mack S.