We transform operational chaos into clear, sustainable systems.
Enova11 Academy
Structured, applicable training for professionals and organizations.
For newcomers, analysts, and operational professionals.
Master the tools and rational thinking needed to navigate complex systems, automate tasks, and deliver clear value from day one.
Our Approach: Criterion Before Code
Technology is just a tool. Impact comes from asking the right questions. Our courses focus first on process clarity and rational problem-solving, then on the specific software to execute it. You learn how to think, not just what to click.
About Your Instructors
Our Team & Pedagogical Foundation
Led by Practitioners, Built by a Pedagogy Expert
At Enova11 Academy, we bridge the critical gap between industry practice and effective learning design. Our strength comes from combining Fernando's deep operational experience with Carmina's structured instructional methodology. This ensures every course is not only relevant but also truly teachable and retainable.
Carmina Eslava, M.Ed. | Head of Curriculum & Learning Design
Pedagogy Specialist & Instructional Architect
Carmina is a certified pedagogue with a decade of experience designing and delivering training programs for major corporations like AT&T, General Motors, and Air Miles. She holds a Bachelor's in Pedagogy and a postgraduate diploma in Hotel Operations Management. Her expertise is in applying instructional design models (like ADDIE) to transform complex subject matter into structured, engaging, and effective learning journeys that drive measurable performance improvement.
Focus: Curriculum Architecture, Adult Learning Principles, Engagement Strategy, Multimedia Learning Development.
Value to You: You don't just get information—you get a well-designed learning experience that ensures you can understand, retain, and apply the skills.
Fernando Salazar | Founder & Lead Instructor
Operational Systems Architect
With over 20 years of experience inside the HR and operational engines of scaling companies, Fernando has lived through the chaos he now teaches how to fix. As a former university professor with over 10 years of teaching experience, he developed a method for deconstructing complex systems into learnable frameworks. His expertise lies in diagnosing operational fractures and designing the structural solutions—the core of The Enova11 Method™.
Focus: Operational Diagnosis, Systems Design, Strategic Process Translation.
Value to You: You learn the thinking and methods used by high-level consultants to solve real, expensive business problems.
Our Specialist Alliance
Extended Expertise for Specialized Topics
To deliver depth in every domain, Enova11 Academy is supported by a curated network of senior professionals and subject matter experts. This alliance allows us to offer authoritative training in specialized areas such as advanced data analytics, specific HRIS platforms, or sector-specific compliance, ensuring you receive instruction from those who have mastered their field.
Network Includes: Senior Data Analysts, Certified HRIS Professionals, Industry-Specific Compliance Officers.
How It Works: For highly specialized or technical course modules, we collaborate with the foremost expert from our network to co-create and deliver that content, guaranteeing cutting-edge, practical instruction.
Contact for Alliance Inquiries:
Fernando Salazar | fsalazar@enova11consulting.ca
The Enova11 Academy Difference
Our programs are built on a proven framework that bridges the critical gap between industry knowledge and effective skill transfer. We combine Fernando's deep operational experience with Carmina's structured instructional methodology. This ensures every course is not only relevant but also truly teachable, retainable, and applicable from day one.
You benefit from:
- Real-World Context: Lessons grounded in actual business challenges, not theory.
- Structured Learning: Content designed using adult learning principles for maximum comprehension and retention.
- Practical Application: Exercises and templates you can use immediately in your role.
Course Catalog
The Strategy Behind Our Tiers
Our training is structured into three distinct tiers because the needs of a newcomer (Skill Adoption), a practicing professional (Skill Mastery), and a business leader (Skill Transformation) are fundamentally different. Each tier addresses a specific level of responsibility, desired outcome, and investment capacity. This clarity ensures you immediately find the right path without confusion.
The Core Principle:
This structure applies our consulting mantra—"Criterion Before Technology"—to education. We first diagnose the learner's context (your role and goal), then prescribe the exact level of training needed for impact. It is structured evolution for your career or organization.
Excel for Operational Intelligence
Skill Adoption
Beyond Formulas to Business Insight
Transform data from a record into a decision tool.
Go from basic spreadsheets to building dynamic dashboards and models that forecast, analyze, and communicate key operational metrics.
You Will Learn To:
- Structure data for analysis (the most important step).
- Use PivotTables and XLOOKUP to answer business questions.
- Build a KPI dashboard with slicers and charts.
- Tell a story with data for leadership.
Format: 3 self-paced modules (~5-7 hrs total) + 2 Live online session
+ Lifetime template access. · Practice datasets · Certificate of Completion
Investment: $247 CAD
The AI-Powered Workflow
Skill Mastery
From Vague Idea to Precise Result
Stop guessing. Start directing.
Most professionals get poor results from AI because they ask poor questions. This course teaches the methodology to deconstruct any operational task into a sequence of clear, executable instructions for AI tools.
You Will Learn To:
- Frame problems in a way AI can solve.
- Use prompt chains to automate multi-step reports and analyses.
- Apply critical thinking to validate and refine AI outputs.
- Build a repeatable workflow for content, data, and process drafting.
Format: 3 self-paced modules (6 hrs aprox + 2 Live online session· Worksheets & Templates · Lifetime access + Weekly AI-prompt office hours.
Investment: $347CAD
The No-Code System Builder
Skill Mastery
Automate Processes with Glide & Power Tools
Build functional apps without being a developer.
Move beyond spreadsheets. Learn to design and build simple, secure internal tools that manage data, approvals, and workflows for your team.
You Will Learn To:
- Map a real-world process for automation.
- Design a data structure in Airtable/Sheets.
- Build a functional app interface in Glide.
- Apply core UX principles for user adoption.
Format: 4 project-based modules (~10 hrs)
+ Community forum access. · Step-by-step project · Community Q&A
Investment: $597 CAD
The Process Translator
Skill Transformation
From Operational Chaos to Clear System Requirements
Stop being the confused middleman between the problem and the solution.
This course teaches the core Enova11 skill: diagnosing messy human workflows and translating them into precise, actionable specifications that developers, vendors, and leaders can understand and execute.
You Will Learn To:
- Conduct a "painless" process interview to map the real workflow (not the handbook version).
- Convert observed pain points and tribal knowledge into clear functional requirements.
- Write user stories and acceptance criteria that prevent scope creep and misalignment.
- Prototype and validate a process change before any software is bought or built.
Format: 4 live online sessions (2 hrs each) · Live weekly workshop Q&A · Proprietary templates
Investment: $897 CAD
The Implementation Survivor's Guide
Skill Transformation
Prepare Your People and Processes for a New System
Avoid the chaos. Ensure your new HRIS or operational platform actually gets used.
Based on hard-won experience from the inside of complex go-lives, this course provides the non-technical checklist to de-risk your next system implementation.
You Will Learn To:
- Conduct a pre-implementation "fluency audit" to identify your team's risk areas.
- Build a change readiness plan that targets real resistance, not just generic training.
- Design a "minimum viable process" to run in parallel during the messy transition.
- Establish the governance and data hygiene rituals that prevent post-launch failure.
Format: 6 custom sessions (90 min each) · Crisis scenario simulations · Lifetime access to checklist library
Investment: $597 CAD
Workplace Systems & Fluency for Newcomers
Skill Adoption
Navigate Tools, Data, and Culture in the Canadian Workplace
Bridge the gap between your skills and Canadian workplace expectations.
This course demystifies the specific software, operational processes, and unspoken cultural rules you need to succeed. Move from uncertainty to confident contribution.
You Will Learn To:
- Apply Excel and reporting tools to Canadian business contexts.
- Navigate core operational systems (HRIS, finance platforms) used in Canadian offices.
- Handle data in compliance with Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA).
- Adapt to key differences between LATAM and Canadian work practices and communication styles.
Format: 5 instructor-led modules (2Hrs each)· Real workplace scenarios · Bilingual support (EN/ES)
Investment: $497 CAD*
* Flexible Payment Plan for Newcomers
We understand that investing in your future can be a significant step. To make it more accessible, we offer a structured 3-payment plan for our Newcomers Track programs.
- First Payment: $169 before the course starts.
- Second Payment: $169 upon completing 5 hours of instruction.
- Final Payment: $159 upon completing 10 hours.
This plan is designed to align your investment with your learning progress.
Your Enrollment & Onboarding Process
Here's exactly what happens before, during, and after your purchase to ensure a smooth start.
Step 1:
Purchase & Form Submission (For All Courses)
- Click "Enroll Now" on your chosen course.
- Complete the secure payment via PayPal.
- You will be automatically redirected to our Enrollment Form.
- Fill out the form with your details and select your purchased course.
- What happens next? We receive your payment confirmation and form submission. Our system is updated within 24 hours.
Step 2:
Course Access & Welcome (For All Courses)
Within 24 business hours of submitting your form, you will receive two emails:
A Welcome Email from fsalazar@enova11consulting.ca with:
- A personal greeting.
- Confirmation of your enrolled course.
- An overview of the next steps.
An Access Email with:
- Instructions to join the course platform (e.g., a private webpage or shared folder).
- Your start date and schedule (for live courses).
- Links to any necessary software or resources.
Step 3:
Beginning Your Learning Journey
- Review your Welcome Email carefully for start dates and links.
- Mark any live session dates in your calendar.
- If you purchased a self-paced course, you can begin immediately upon receiving access.
- For any questions, always reply directly to your Welcome Email. This keeps all your information in one thread for fast support.
Custom Corporate & Individual Training
Bespoke Programs for Specific Industries and Challenges
Your operational challenge is unique. Your training should be too. Beyond standard courses, we design and deliver tailored training programs that combine deep operational knowledge with the right technology. We build curricula around your real data, your actual processes, and your specific team’s fluency gaps.
Ideal For:
- Companies needing to upskill teams in HR, Operations, or Finance with specific tools (Excel, Power BI, HRIS platforms).
- Professionals or Departments facing a distinct challenge, like migrating processes to a new system or establishing cost-control reporting from scratch.
- Industry-Specific Scenarios where generic training falls short.
How It Works – The Co-Design Process:
- Discovery Call: We define the precise operational problem and desired outcome.
- Program Design: We create a customized syllabus, exercises, and deliverables.
- Delivery: Live, interactive sessions (1-on-1 or team) focused on application.
- Support: Ongoing access for questions to ensure lasting adoption.
Sample Engagement: "Practical Cost Control & Analysis"
For accounting professionals adapting to the Canadian market in small/medium growth companies.
- Modules: Excel fundamentals, cost structuring, pivot table analysis, executive reporting.
- Context: Includes guidance on Canadian data privacy (PIPEDA) and bridging LATAM/CA work practice differences.
- Deliverables: Customized templates for cost databases and monthly reports.
- Format: 15 hours of 1-on-1 sessions.
- Investment: Starting from $1,200 CAD (scoped individually).
Who This Is For
- Newcomers to Canada transitioning into professional roles.
- Junior Analysts & Coordinators in HR, Ops, or Finance looking to increase impact.
- Team Leads & Managers who need to streamline team workflows.
- Anyone who feels stalled by manual processes and wants a systems-thinking edge.
Start Building Your Capability Today
Choose a course that matches your immediate goal. Learn the thinking that makes the technology work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are these courses only for tech people?
A: No. They are for process people. We start with the logic and business need, then apply the tool.
Q: What if I get stuck?
A: Each course includes access to a dedicated community forum for peer support and monthly live office hours.
Q: Do I need special software?
A: We use widely available platforms (Excel, Glide, ChatGPT/Claude). Some have free tiers sufficient for learning.
Q: How is this different from Enova11 Consulting?
A: Enova11 Academy trains individuals in foundational skills. Enova11 Consulting works directly with organizations to redesign complex operational systems. Explore our consulting services.