Schedule
Monday, September 26, 2016
Morning Sessions
8:30am - 12:00pm, three 1-hour sessions with a 15-minute break between sessions
Conflict in the Workplace (8:30am-9:30am)
Conflict is inevitable and almost everywhere these days, but it does not have to result in negative consequences! This presentation addresses typical conflicts that may arise in the workplace and explores strategies for dealing with them.
Learning Objectives:
- Explore and identify sources of conflict
- Identify conflict styles
- Receive practical tips and techniques for managing conflict
Presenter:
- Kathy Irving, Assistant Equal Opportunity Officer
Office for Access and Equity
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Where to Find Useful HR Reports (9:45am-10:45am)
We will navigate through the HR Reporting Portal to find reports that can assist you in your HR role. We will cover reports found in the HR Reporting portal such as:
- Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) Hours Measurement Report
- Budget Profile Report
- HR Front End Reports
- HireTouch Reports
We also will cover how you can request access to the HR Reporting portal if needed.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify how to get access to the HR Reporting Portal
Presenter:
- Ken Scott, Manager
Human Resources Information Systems
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Banner Finance Tips and Resources (11:00am-12:00pm)
Learn how to use Banner Finance to get maximum results! We'll decode the crazy Banner form names, show which Banner forms to use for different processes, and discover shortcuts and tips to use Banner for searches and so much more!
Learning Objectives:
- Use Banner Finance more efficiently using shortcuts and tips provided
- Identify the correct Banner form to use for different processes
- Locate available resources
Presenters:
- Sha'Ron Pruitt, Associate Director of Finance and Administration
School of Public Health
- Jason Bane, Senior Business and Financial Coordinator
OBFS University Accounting and Financial Reporting
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Afternoon Sessions
1:00pm - 4:30pm, three 1-hour sessions with a 15-minute break between sessions
Report Retrieval Options: View Direct, EDDIE, Business Objects, My-UI-Financials (1:00pm-2:00pm)
Are you overwhelmed by the many options for getting the data you need? Are you confused about when to use View Direct, EDDIE, My-UI-Financials or when to write your own report? This presentation will detail the different reporting and data options available to you and highlight when you would use each one.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the different reporting and data tools available
- Determine when and why to use each option
Presenters:
- Sherri Faith, Associate Director
OBFS University Accounting and Financial Reporting
- Jerry Myers, Functional Area Coordinator for Finance
Administrative Information Technology Services
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Purchasing-to-Payment Overview: Part 1 (2:15pm-3:15pm)
This two-session presentation by UIC Purchasing and University Payables staff members will cover the "req to check" process. Part 1 will focus on the Purchasing side of the process - from requisition to purchase order. Presenters will demystify the purchasing process and provide tips and best practices for effectively navigating competitive solicitations (bids and RFPs), exceptions and exemptions, and contract processes.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the core steps for UIC procurements, from requisition to contract
- Share best practices for navigating the purchasing processes in an efficient and effective manner to get to payment to our vendors
Presenters:
- Debra Matlock, JD, Director
OBFS Purchasing
- Aaron Rosenthal, JD, Assistant Director of Contracts and Systems
OBFS Purchasing
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Purchasing-to-Payment Overview: Part 2 (3:30pm-4:30pm)
This two-session presentation by UIC Purchasing and University Payables staff members will cover the "req to check" process. Part 2 will be an overview of invoice processing, vendor payment procedures, Travel Expense Management (TEM) tips, how to avoid non-compliance issues, and where to find helpful resources.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the structure of University Payables
- Review the high-level workflow for purchase order invoices and TEM transactions
Presenters:
- Melissa Plotner, Assistant Director
OBFS University Payables
- Susie Baker, Associate Director
OBFS University Payables
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