Leadership for the Natural Gas Industry

Southern Gas Association is the premier place to go for workforce development in the natural gas industry. The need for succession planning is great, so SGA’s Professional Development Committee has developed this Leadership for the Natural Gas Industry Certification Program designed specifically for the natural gas industry. The courses are taught by instructors with industry knowledge and include industry-related case studies and exercises.

This curriculum was designed specifically for leadership positions ranging from entry level supervisors to mid-level managers. Students will receive training that touches on leadership, communication, team building, business, coaching, customer focus, sales, and legal topics. This program can help companies ensure that their employees have a well rounded introduction to leadership competencies. For more information contact Elaine Parrish.

 

Purpose

This program is designed to provide an entry level supervisor to a mid level manager with the training needed to be successful in a leadership role.
Target Audience
  • Supervisors
  • Entry-level managers
  • Mid-level managers
  • Individuals interested in moving into a leadership role
Certification

Student must complete all 12 courses in order to receive the Leader for the Natural Gas Industry Certification. Professional Development Hours will be awarded for each course.
Course Length

Courses are between 1 to 2 days in length.
Delivery Options

Companies may choose from a variety of delivery options.

  • Public workshops - SGA conferences or standalone classes
  • In-house workshops - Bring SGA courses to your office
  • Online through SGA's eLearning portal - Two courses currently offered online and others to be added soon

 

The 12 Courses

 

Course Length Price
Leadership Skills for Frontline Managers 1.5 days $425
The Level Headed Leader: Understanding Yourself Before Leading Others* 1 day $395
Communication for Leaders 2 days $425
Team Building: Transforming and Maintaining Work Groups into Effective Teams 1 day $425
Managing for Business Results: The Tools and Structures for Organizational Success 1 day $395
Building Trust: The Leadership X Factor 1 day $395
Coaching and Feedback 1 day $395
Leading a Customer Focused Environment *** 6 hours

$900 Company

$450 Individual
Business, Bucks and the Bottom Line: Understanding Finance and Accounting for the Energy Professional 1 day $395
Practical Employee Relations: Replace Liability with Credibility** 2 days $495

Introduction to the Natural Gas Industry**

(Always available, please contact Doug Hinkle)		 1.5 days $425

The Ratemaking Process**

 1.5 days $425

 * The Level Headed Leader: Understanding Yourself before Leading Others has two versions. This BarOn EQi version of this workshop includes a BarOn EQi Business Report Assessment for each participant which provides customized recommendations for development in a business context.

** Indicates that an online version is available.

*** 4 week Web Series 90 minute module weekly - $450 per individual participant or $900 per company for up to 15 connections.