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Frequently Asked Questions

Western Management Development Center


Question Will I have my own hotel room? Do I need to make my own hotel reservation?

Answer Each participant has an individual hotel room. The WMDC staff will make your room reservation for you the week before the seminar begins.

Question Do I get Per Diem?

Answer Your tuition covers meals & lodging so the per diem is $3.00/day, depending on your agency.

Question How far is the airport from the Radisson Inn Denver Southeast? Is there a shuttle? How much does it cost?

Answer The Denver International Airport is approximately 20 miles from the hotel. It takes about 1/2 an hour each direction during normal traffic and road conditions. The Radisson Inn has a complementary shuttle to and from the airport for all hotel guests. Hours for the shuttle are 6am-11pm seven days a week.

Question Can my spouse or guest accompany me?

Answer Yes, but it is not recommended due to the intense nature of our seminars. There will be an additional $10.00 per night room charge for guest(s) staying in your room and if they will be eating with you in the WMDC dining room the charges for guest(s) meals are: Breakfast-$8, Lunch-$12 and Dinner-$15. For specific information please call Karin Edwards, WMDC Contact, at 303-306-3367.

Question Can I stay in the hotel any additional nights not included in the tuition?

Answer Yes, for each additional night stay you will be charged the government rate of $86.00, plus tax per night. Please note on your lodging and transportation sheet any additional nights along with your credit card number. For further information please call Karin Edwards, WMDC contact, at 303-306-3367.

Question Do I need a rental car?

Answer Personal transportation is not required as the hotel, training center, and athletic club are all within close walking distance of each other. If your agency has authorized a rental car, one can be rented at the airport or hotel. Many participants get together to rent a car for weekend trips. Enterprise Rental has discounts available for Radisson Inn hotel guests. Enterprise can be contacted directly at 720-748-6939. Parking is free at the hotel and the center.

Question What is the weather like?

Answer Colorado weather can be unpredictable. It is best to be prepared for chilly as well as warm weather. Layering is the best idea. It is advisable to bring a warm coat and sweater during the cold months. Bring athletic wear for working out.

Question Is there evening work? What is there to do in the evenings and weekends?

Answer Normally there are no formal sessions in the evenings or weekends. However, participants should be prepared to meet with their presentation teams/consulting groups during evening hours. Denver and the Front Range have much to offer in the way of entertainment. Many participants get together for sightseeing, movies, shopping, skiing, or hiking. The Radisson Inn Bell Stand has details and additional information.

Question Do I need to bring a laptop computer?

Answer You are welcome to bring one if you wish, there are modem lines available. The center has a computer in each breakout room and 18 computers in the second floor lounge with various types of software and Internet access. There are also four computers for use in the student lounge in the hotel.

Question What are the phone and fax numbers for the Hotel? Who is the WMDC contact there?

Answer The phone number for the Radisson Inn is 303-695-1700. The fax is 303-745-7154. Our Hotel contact is Karin Edwards. Her number is 303-306-3367.

Question How do I find out about course content?

Answer There are a numbers of ways. Our course catalog and this Web site both have overviews of course content. The program manager of the specific class can answer in depth questions about the curriculum. The program coordinator can answer logistical questions. Please call 303-671-1010 to obtain specific phone numbers.

Question Where can my agency buy a space and how do we get billed for class attendance?

Answer To apply for registration in MDC seminars contact your agency's National Sales Representative, or apply for registration [here] For general information about registering for MDC seminars, call 304 870 8008 or email us at register@opm.gov.

Question How do I get a course catalog and schedule?

Answer Click here to request a catalog.

Question If I'm from the Denver area, do I have to stay in the hotel?

Answer As a local Colorado resident your agency has elected to have you participate at a discounted tuition rate therefore saving your agency the cost of hotel lodging and per diem normally associated with our full tuition participants.

Question Can I get college credit for attending a seminar?

Answer Many of our classes are accredited. Please check with the program manager for each specific seminar.

Question What is the dress code?

Answer The dress code is casual: slacks, open collar shirts, and sweaters in cooler weather. We want you to be comfortable while you're here. Bring athletic wear for working out.

Question How far is the Western Management Development Center from Denver?

Answer WMDC is located in the eastern suburb of Aurora and is only 16 miles from downtown Denver and 22 miles from the Denver International Airport.

   

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