A Blended Learning ApproachABC U offers courses focused on firm strategy, industry knowledge, and skill development, as well as a wide range of additional internal and external resources.

Video webcast option available for all applicable courses.

ABC U

Internships and MentorshipsDevelop competencies and gain exposure to day-to-day activities of roles within the firm through formal and informal internship and mentorship programs.

Skills-Based Community ServiceEnhance core skill sets while impacting community nonprofits through pro bono work and board service via the Community Impact program.

Tuition ReimbursementApply for up to $1,000 in tuition assistance per year for development opportunities relevant to current or future roles at the firm.

Virtual UniversityAccess educational resources through live video webcast technology and on-demand videos via the Board Room.

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Self-Guided LearningVisit the following internal resources at any time for additional support:

• The Board Room—intranet containing firmwide resources and information

• Management Portal—microsite containing best practices and strategies for attaining world-class management skills

• Information Resource Center (IRC)—online library of e-journals and books

• Advisory.com—website containing our research, webconferences, product information, and more

E-LearningLeverage thousands of courses, on-demand videos, and online business books to develop skills across a variety of topics.

Executive CommunicationLearn from and communicate with leaders on firmwide and department strategic priorities through various meeting forums and ongoing communications.

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Getting Started at The Advisory Board CompanyA Commitment to OnboardingOur business strategy and performance rely on the knowledge and skills of our talent. We are committed to providing you with a rigorous onboarding experience—including in-depth department introductions and intense on-the-job exposure—to accelerate your learning and assimilation.

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Firmwide OrientationOrientation consists of 30+ courses covering firm strategy and culture, product and department overviews, and industry knowledge.

Business Strategy and CultureIntroduction to the Advisory Board’s business model, values, culture, and policies.

Department OverviewsPrimers on Advisory Board departments and their functions.

Product OverviewsDeep dives on Advisory Board products and services.

Advisory Board Staff ResourcesTraining focused on accessing technology, research, and career development tools.

Salesforce ChatterAn enterprise collaboration tool to communicate with staff securely and in real time. Create groups, post questions, start a discussion, share files, and more.

Visit force.advisory.com for more information.

Industry KnowledgeHigh-level training on the health care and higher education industries.

Health Care 101: OverviewThe basics of health care including terminology, history, and economics.

Health Care 101: Strategy and OperationsOverview of a hospital’s functions and processes, and review of health care executives’ struggle to uphold margins while maintaining mission.

Higher Education 101Survey of the industry and discussion of current trends.

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ABC U Course Off eringsABC U courses cover fi rm strategy, industry knowledge, and skill development. Staff can register through the Training Registration System to take courses either in person or via live video webcast.

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Skill Development

Business

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Lessons on defining, planning, organizing, monitoring, and closing a project.

SPEAKING 201

Tactics for enhancing didactic speech, facilitation, and Q&A.

BEST PRACTICES FOR CONDUCTING INTERVIEWS

Strategies for preparing, executing, and evaluating high-impact candidate interviews.

MAXIMIZING TEAM ENGAGEMENT: MYERS-BRIGGS TYPE INDICATOR

Behavior assessment theory and application, and strategies for leveraging personality types on teams in the workplace.

EXCEL 101

Program functions, formulas, and charts.

EXCEL 201

Named ranges, three-dimensional formulas, concatenation, and VLOOKUP.

EXCEL 301

Advanced formulas, nested functions, macros, pivot tables, and advanced list management.

POWERPOINT 101

Firm templates and styles, basic functionality, productivity maximization, and design best practices.

POWERPOINT 201

Advanced PowerPoint functionality and professional design strategies.

WORD BOOT CAMP

Firm templates, paragraph styles, alignment, inserting and anchoring objects, and design best practices.

Firm Strategy

BUSINESS STRATEGY

Courses designed to improve strategic thinking ability, enhance networking with senior executives, and provide a window into Advisory Board priorities and decision-making processes; sample topics include:

• Organizational leadership

• Business development

• Finance

PRODUCT OVERVIEWS

Introductions and demonstrations of Advisory Board products.

SIGNATURE WEEKS

Overviews and demonstrations of the Advisory Board’s newest product offerings, including deep dives on market terrain, value proposition, and competitive analysis.

FIRMWIDE MEETING

Update from our CEO and leaders on firm strategy, accomplishments, and goals.

Industry Knowledge

HEALTH CARE AND HIGHER EDUCATION TRAINING

Opportunities to expand knowledge of the health care and higher education industries to improve interactions with members and provide sound strategic guidance; sample topics include:

• Clinical integration

• Health care reform

• Health insurance exchanges

• Higher education business model

• Student success

RESEARCH AND INSIGHTS DISCUSSIONS

National meeting presentations by senior health care and higher education research program leaders providing the same insights and best practices offered to members.

Leadership and Management

MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS

Gain insight into the firm’s management philosophy, principles, and practices; sample topics include:

• The role of the Advisory Board leader

• Employee performance

• Staff development

• Employment law

• Management Portal demonstration

LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLES

Gather with managers to discuss day-to-day challenges and share best practices and leadership insights; sample topics include:

• Career coaching

• Managing peers

• Motivation and sustainability

• Onboarding

• Recognition

• Virtual management

TALENT DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS

Harness “best of” Talent Development curriculum developed for industry executives as well as our own leadership best practices; sample sessions include:

• Facilitating Effective Teamwork

• Coaching to Full Potential

• Influence

• Instilling Accountability

• Leading Change

• Leading Through Vision

• Spurring Innovation

LEADERSHIP COHORTS

Work with Career Management to create customized cohorts of peer-level managers to engage in ongoing, interactive, and facilitated discussions on timely topics of interest.

Career Development

DELIVERY INTENSIVE

Learning experience designed to sharpen delivery skills and expand visibility into the Consulting and Performance Technologies Delivery processes; sample sessions include:

• Life Cycle of a Member

• A Day in the Life of a Dedicated Advisor

• Case Study Analysis

MARKETING INTENSIVE

Modular program aimed at enhancing marketing skills and increasing exposure to senior leaders and the business development process; sample sessions include:

• Vision, Value, and Visualization

• The Art of Persuasion

• Managing Difficult Questions

• The Marketer Role: A Panel Discussion

ASSOCIATE DEVELOPMENT SERIES

Courses covering topics important to entry-level employees’ development: career growth, firm strategy, and content knowledge.

ASSOCIATE CAREER FAIR

Networking and skill-building opportunity for entry-level staff to explore departments and roles within the firm.

INTERVIEWING FOR INTERNAL ROLES

Best practices for interview preparation and execution, and strategies for avoiding some of the most common internal interview mistakes.

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