URI Office of Strategic Initiatives

We bring URI to YOU!

The Office of Strategic Initiatives (OSI) offers a wide variety of certificate programs, credit programs, and non-credit seminars and institutes for professionals who wish to meet current professional requirements and broaden their skills in specific areas. Courses and programs are designed to provide essential skills and knowledge needed for participants to feel more confident in their professions and increase career opportunities. Let OSI bring URI to you, and deliver customized, accessible, results-driven learning and development initiatives that encourage growth and improve performance.

Participants in all OSI workforce development programs earn a URI Certificate and/or Digital Badge, and Continuing Education Units.

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We believe in the power of collaboration. By partnering with OSI, you’ll receive customized solutions tailored to your unique business needs. From initial consultation to implementation and evaluation, we’re with you every step of the way.

Discover how our programs can transform your organization and unlock new opportunities for growth.

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Leadership and Management

Leadership Development

Prepare and develop your emerging leaders to think strategically, lead effectively, and advance professionally.

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Business Negotiations

Enables participants to elevate their professional and personal presence by mastering effective, credible, influential communication.

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HR Management

Specialization tracks include Essential Skills for HR Managers, Strategic HR Management, and HR Development.

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Project Management

Provides a comprehensive understanding of the technical and human aspects of project management.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

DEI

Participants are empowered to to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace by building awareness, addressing unconscious bias, and developing cross-cultural communication skills.

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Neurodiversity in the Workforce

Learn about common types of neurodiversity and diverse learning styles, social preferences, and ways of communication, as well as how to accommodate neurodiversity in the workplace.

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Mental Health First Aid

A skills-based training program designed to teach participants how to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health issues, provide initial help, and guide individuals toward appropriate professional help.

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Managing Gen Z

Access tools and strategies to effectively engage, motivate, and manage Gen Z employees, fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

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English Language Learning

Build confidence and proficiency in English communication through practical exercises, workplace-specific vocabulary, and strategies for effective interaction in professional settings.

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Technical and Job-Specific Skills

Med Tech

State Approved Training Program in Drug Administration for CNA’s to enhance their skills and expand their opportunities.

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Lean Six Sigma Certification

Learn to leverage data to rectify process defects, optimize resources, and enhance quality assurance. Yellow, Green, and Black Belt Certifications available.

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Digital Literacy

Participants will be empowered to skillfully use, create and share digital texts, tools and technologies.

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Translating Technical Information

Addresses engineering issues ranging from initial involvement at the exploration stage to production optimization challenges.

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AI in the Workplace

Equips business professionals with the skills to build, customize, and deploy AI personal assistants to optimize workplace tasks.

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Grant Writing

Learn critical competencies in research and planning, persuasive writing, organization, and reporting, to secure funding and aid program success.

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