Business and Leadership Development Program

Unlock Opportunity at the Center for Business and Industry

At Northampton Community College’s (NCC) Center for Business and Industry (CBI), we have one main goal—to empower individuals and organizations to thrive. We help professionals, teams, and employers reach their long-term goals through transformational leadership, management, and workforce development programs taught by our expert facilitators and NCC faculty.

From strengthening leadership skills to boosting employee productivity, CBI equips you with best practices and innovative approaches—all grounded in real-world expertise.

 

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Ready to build stronger teams, enhance performance, and achieve more? Contact us today at cbi@northampton.edu or 610-332-8678 for additional information or to set up a meeting with us - Click the button below to join our email list!

 

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Why Choose NCC’s Business and Leadership Development?

As an integral part of Northampton Community College and the broader Pennsylvania business community, CBI positions your organization for growth, helping you remain resilient and adapt in an ever-evolving marketplace.

Partnering with us gives your organization access to:
  • Employee-Focused Training: Customize a program to align with your organization’s goals, culture, and industry needs.
  • Management Development: Build strong, effective leaders and enhance organizational communication.
  • Professional Coaching and Consulting: One-on-one and team-based coaching to help improve performance and strategic alignment.
  • Certificate and Non-Credit Programs: Career-focused learning options for individuals seeking advancement or new skills.
  • Flexible Learning Formats: Choose from in-person, hybrid, and online formats to meet your team where they are.

Upcoming Courses

  • Course Code: LDRWK100.(33)
  • Dates/Times: Sep. 15 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289 

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  • Course Code: LDRWK102.(31)
  • Dates/Times: Sep. 24 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289 

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  • Course Code: LDRWK104.(63)
  • Dates/Times: Oct. 30 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289 

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  • Course Code: LDRWK105.(64)
  • Dates/Times: Oct. 9 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289 

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  • Course Code: LDRWK114.(28)
  • Dates/Times: Sep. 22 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: Virtual
  • Cost: $159

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  • Course Code: LDRWK115.(32)
  • Dates/Times: Oct. 2 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289 

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  • Course Code: LDRWK116.(69)
  • Dates/Times: Sep. 22 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289 

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  • Course Code: LDRWK123.(20)
  • Dates/Times: Oct. 7 and Oct. 8 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: Virtual
  • Cost: $289 

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  • Course Code: LDRWK141.(12)
  • Dates/Times: Sep. 28 and Sep. 29 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $925

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  • Course Code: LDRWK142.(12)
  • Dates/Times: Oct. 20 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $359

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  • Course Code: LDRWK146.(11)
  • Dates/Times: Sep. 25 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $359

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  • Course Code: LDRWK156.(4)
  • Dates/Times: Oct. 5 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $359

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  • Course Code: LDRWK158.(3)
  • Dates/Times: Sep. 3 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289

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  • Course Code: LDRWK161.(3)
  • Dates/Times: Nov. 2 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289

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  • Course Code: LDRWK162.(2)
  • Dates/Times: Oct. 28 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $159

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  • Course Code: LDRWK164.(1)
  • Dates/Times: Oct. 6 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: Virtual
  • Cost: $159

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  • Course Code: LDRWK165.(1)
  • Dates/Times: Sep. 21 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $195

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  • Course Code: LDRWK166.(1)
  • Dates/Times: Oct. 5 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $195

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  • Course Code: LDRWK167.(1)
  • Dates/Times: Oct. 26 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $195

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  • Course Code: LDRWK143.(12)
  • Dates/Times: Nov. 9 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $359

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  • Course Code: LDRWK168.(1)
  • Dates/Times: Nov. 9 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $195

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  • Course Code: LDRWK103.(68)
  • Dates/Times: Nov. 17 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289 

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  • Course Code: LDRWK121.(33)
  • Dates/Times: Nov. 20 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289 

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  • Course Code: LDRWK169.(1)
  • Dates/Times: Nov. 23 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $195

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  • Course Code: LDRWK160.(4)
  • Dates/Times: Dec. 7 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $359

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  • Course Code: LDRWK107.(32)
  • Dates/Times: Dec. 8 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289 

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  • Course Code: LDRWK159.(3)
  • Dates/Times: Dec. 9 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Location: Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
  • Cost: $289

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Partner With the Center for Business and Industry

Get the most out of LifeLearn, our course management system, and unlock exclusive benefits by becoming an affiliate of NCC’s Center for Business. This helps you easily manage employee training, streamline registration and payments, and stay connected to CBI’s latest professional development opportunities.

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