PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Best-in-Class Training Programs
Your Premier Professional Development & Training Resource
With over 2,000 learning initiatives led by experienced subject-matter experts, we are the premier partner for Professional and Leadership Development, HR Certifications and comprehensive Training Programs. As an MRA member, you save 30% off all learning and development programs for everyone in your organization. With flexible learning options, in-person, virtual or on-demand, we offer the solution that fits your needs.
Together, we are advancing careers and building stronger workforces. Partner with us today!
Professional Development – On Your Terms
In-Person or Live Online
Training and courses offered face-to-face and online for your learning convenience.
At Your Location
The training you want, when and where you need it. 100 courses delivered on-site or virtual.
On-Demand
Pre-recorded trainings ready when you are to advance your knowledge on relevant topics.
Essential Leadership Development Programs
Principles of Leadership Excellence (PLX+)
A comprehensive 8-day leadership training program to develop exceptional leaders.
Supervision Fundamentals
An essential course for new leaders to excel in all facets of team management, coaching and performance.
Supervisor and the Law
As leaders, we are often unaware of our legal obligations. Learn best practices to make a positive impact.
Leadership Development
Accelerate your team’s growth with exceptional leadership training, taught by subject matter experts.
Human Resource & Business Training Fundamentals
HR Training & Certifications
Advance your career with professional certifications: aPHR, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP.
Human Resource Fundamentals
Develop critical skills to help you navigate the HR landscape from employment law to recruiting to AI in HR.
Business Essentials
Uplevel your skills with our suite of business essentials from problem-solving and presentation skills to MBA in a Day.
Personal Development
Continuous learning is essential for career and personal growth. Enhance your abilities to excel in any role.
What Customers Say About MRA Professional Development
Learn & Grow with a Community of Your Peers
Conferences & Events
Gain insights and expertise from top industry voices on relevant topics to grow and advance your business and teams.
Executive, HR & Professional Roundtables
Enhance your knowledge, create peer connections and solve crucial business challenges through an MRA Roundtable.
Webinars
Access the latest trends and learning on hot topics from AI in HR to Compensation and Talent to DEI and Interviewing.
Meet Our Team
Gary J. Mertz
Janet Kloser
Janet Stoffer
Jessica Coleman
Jodi Medley-McMahon
Joseph C. Feest
Kate Walker
Kathy Price
Lois Joseph
Marc Johnson
Matt Deavy
Megan Malon
Premier Rental Space for Hosting Team Training & Meetings
MRA has professional meeting facilities to accommodate all size groups in Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota and Ohio for group training sessions and off-site team meetings to grow your business. Get easy access to the technology you need. Save on hefty hotel fees and choose MRA’s premier rental space at a price you can afford.