Professional Skills Training
A suite of instructor-led training programs designed to help teams build the skills they need to compete in 2026 — from building a disciplined, buyer-centred sales process to integrating AI tools into everyday business workflows. All programs are available in-person and virtually.
Why Professional Skills Training?
Classroom-based: Structured instructor-led sessions with applied assignments each week
Built for 2026: Content reflects how buyers behave and how AI is changing everyday work
Team delivery: Corporate training available for groups of 6 or more — in-person, virtual, or blended
Industry agnostic: Applicable across B2B, professional services, tech, and SMBs
Certified: YSpace, York University Certificate of Completion for all programs
Explore Our Programs
Four instructor-led programs across two tracks — Sales and AI. Each program is available at Starter and Essentials levels.
AI Starter
A practical introduction to AI tools for business — helping participants understand and apply AI to everyday decisions and communications without a technical background.
4 sessions · 5.5 hrs each· $5,000 + HST
AI Essentials
A deeper dive into AI adoption for growing businesses — covering advanced prompt strategies, AI integration into sales and operations, and building an AI-ready team culture.
12 sessions · 5.5 hrs each· $10,000 + HST
Sales Fundamentals Starter
A 6-week program covering ICP development, multi-channel outreach, buyer-first discovery, value proposition, CRM mastery, and modern closing techniques.
6 sessions · 5.5 hrs each· $5,000 + HST
Sales Fundamentals Essentials
A 12-week program covering the full revenue cycle — from ICP and pipeline generation through CRM intelligence, retention, AI-assisted selling, and sales playbook documentation.
12 sessions · 5.5 hrs each· $10,000 + HST
Leadership Starter
Build the core habits of effective people leadership, from setting expectations and leading one-on-ones to giving feedback, managing performance, and working across teams with confidence.
6 sessions · 5.5 hrs each· $5,000 + HST
Leadership Essentials
A practical introduction to AI tools for business — helping participants understand and apply AI to everyday workflows, communications, and decision-making without a technical background.
12 sessions · 5.5 hrs each· $10,000 + HST
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For more information, please contact us at
yspace@yorku.ca
416-736-2100 ext. 44940
