University of Industrial Distribution
March 7 -11, 2010
Conference Center of the Indiana University/Purdue University at
Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Ind.
Online registration is now open. Visit www.univid.org to register.
Download the 2010 brochure.
Recognized for its excellence in education, the PTDA-sponsored
University of Industrial Distribution (UID) is a concentrated,
continuing-education program focused on the unique needs of the
industrial distribution industry. The four-day program allows
attendees to build a custom curriculum from 30 courses on the key
functional disciplines relevant to industrial distribution.
Who should attend:
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• CEOs
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• Branch managers
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• Sales and marketing managers
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• Purchasing managers
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• Human resources directors
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• Operations managers
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• Inventory managers
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• Training managers
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• Manufacturer personnel in regional sales,
distribution sales and marketing management
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What you'll learn:
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• Differentiate your distribution company for your
specific and unique market environment.
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• Improve your bottom line profitability by effectively
managing the negotiation process.
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• Develop a pricing strategy and a plan for executing
that strategy.
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• Manage operations and branches efficiently and
profitably.
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• Create a marketing plan that wins new business.
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• Motivate employees through your personal leadership
style.
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• Hire and keep the right salespeople.
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Accreditation:
UID students can apply their course work toward earning the
Professional Certificate in Industrial Distribution awarded by Purdue
University. As an industrial distribution professional, the UAB
Professional Certificate recognizes achievements and commitment to
education. To receive the certificate:
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• Students must participate in a
minimum of 90 hours (9 CEUs) of course work.
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• A minimum of 30 hours (3 CEUs) must be earned through
UID course participation.
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• Additional credits may be derived from courses taken
independently or through a trade association.
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• There are no additional fees to attain the
certificate.
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University of
Industrial Distribution Web Site
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