MBA Announces Educational Courses Offered During April

(Waukesha, WI) – April 3, 2007 – In today’s competitive business climate, it is critical for developers, builders, remodelers, and those affiliated with the construction industry to be able to separate themselves from the competition. That’s why the MBA introduced our Certified Construction Professional program in 2004. A CCP designation speaks to an individual’s dedication to continuing education as well as his or her dedication to the customer and the home building industry. Educated professionals are more likely to educate their customers on the latest technologies available in the home building industry. Professionals who are constantly learning and challenging themselves are not afraid to share new techniques and applications with their customers. The MBA is proud to report that in the third year of the CCP program, over 400 MBA members are well on their way to certification.

In the month of April, the following courses are available to MBA members and other professionals:

* Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at the Metropolitan Builders Association, N16 W23321 Stone Ridge Dr., Waukesha

April 5th – Project Management & Estimating

Presented by: Joe Wendelberger, J. Anthony Homes

This course covers the role of the construction manager, leadership at a construction site, safety, problem solving, as well as scheduling. Estimating will also be covered, including construction documents, such as drawings and specifications, as well as contracts and change orders.  Construction planning and estimating material, labor and equipment will also be discussed.

Cost:  $50 MBA Member/$75 Non-Member ? Class Time:  9:00 a.m. to noon ? 1 CCP Credit in the Building Science & Design Series.

April 19th – Residential Sales & Marketing Conference

Presented by: Paul Foresman, Design Basics & Barbara Bartlein, The People Pro.com

The Women Centric Home Design & Marketing and Selling with Style seminars give industry leaders the opportunity to hone their professional skills to achieve greater success in sales and marketing.

Cost: $40 Half Day/$60 Full Day Conference ? Class Time:  8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ? 2 CCP Credits in the Sales & Marketing Series ? Sponsored by: Sterling Building Systems, National Survey & Engineering, Mahvelous Mailboxes, and A&M Absolute Cleaning

April 26th – Establishing the Paper Trail

Various speakers will give builders, remodelers, trade contractors, and suppliers everything they need to know about maintaining paper work effectively. Topics that will be discussed include contracts, warranties, change orders and the trade contractor agreement.

Cost: $50 MBA member/$75 Non-Member ? Class Time:  9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ? 2 CCP Credits in the Business Management Series ? Sponsored by: Auburn Ridge

The MBA is a non-profit and non-partisan association which represents the building industry in the metropolitan Milwaukee area. The MBA develops and offers education for consumers as well as members. By establishing business ethics and industry standards, the MBA has earned a reputation as a trusted resource. Consumers enjoy our promotions for housing and housing products, while members take part in our professional and social activities throughout the year. The MBA has a long standing tradition of giving back to the community through a variety of philanthropic ventures.