Staff Development

Leadership Essentials Programme

An introductory programme.

As part of the University's initiative to strengthen its management capability and in line with the new Vision and Values, Staff Development is welcoming a new cohort on their leadership programme.

Programme Format
This programme is designed to help line managers provide the appropriate guidance and support to their staff and focuses on essentials of communication and achieving results. The programme will last approximately 5 months, and will include: Six group sessions Online learning using the Management Toolkit Individual activities/projects During the programme, participants will be expected to attend all group sessions and carry out approximately one-day’s worth of additional study between sessions (this will include reading online materials and undertaking work-based activities). The content of the programme will be designed around the group's specific needs, but will include: The roles and responsibilities of a manager (14th Nov 2011) Addressing 121s and Feedback (14th Dec 2011) The art of delegation (27th Jan 2012) Motivating you staff (22nd Feb 2012) Tackling conflict (28th Mar 2012) Next steps (25th Apr 2011)
Aimed at
Managers and Team Leaders

Target Group

Professional and support staff
Responsible for 1 or more people
Have been in role/university for at least 3 months (preferably 6)

The above profile is a guideline, and exceptions will be considered.

The Application Process

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We are looking to recruit a group of between 6 and 12 people, who will be selected balancing the needs of the individual with those of the group. It is unlikely that several people who work in similar roles within the same School/Service will be chosen.

All applications need to have line manager support. This person will be expected to meet with the programme participant periodically throughout the programme to help guide and review their learning, placing it within the wider strategic context.

As part of the selection process, Staff Development will meet with both the applicant and their line manager to explore individual development needs. This is an essential part of the process, as the final design of the programme will be tailored to meet the specific needs of those participating. A similar meeting will be held at the end of the programme to review the individual’s learning.

If you would like to discuss any aspect of this programme, please contact Staff Development on 65014

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