This Fall, the Division of Talent & Inclusion will launch Management Essentials, an interactive, seven-session Training Program for New Managers. This program will provide new managers with the tools and skills necessary to lead their teams with competence, confidence, and compassion.
The program is designed for managers who have less than 3 years of managing experience. It will provide newer managers with a professional development curriculum backed by best practices, interesting case studies, engaging activities, and useful resources. In this program, participants will:
- Learn about their managing style;
- Further develop the competence needed to be an effective manager;
- Enhance project and performance management skills to boost productivity and establish a sustainable work-life integration;
- Learn methods to develop trusted relationships with team members, co-workers, and their own manager and improve collaboration and engagement; and,
- Strengthen their communication skills to motivate team members, foster accountability, and navigate through crucial conversations.
Eligibility and Schedule
The Management Essentials program is open to faculty and staff. It will serve a cohort from across a variety of departments, disciplines, and functions. To be eligible for the program, applicants must hold a supervisory position and must have less than 3 years of managing experience.
The program cohort will begin on October 26th, 2023, and will run until February 15th, 2024. Most sessions will start at 9 am and will end at 11:30 am. If applying for the program, participants are expected to commit to attending all seven of the following sessions:
| Session Topic | Date |
| Session 1: Taking the leap: Your role as a manager | Oct 26, 2023 |
| Session 2: The Employee Journey | Nov 7, 2023 |
| Session 3: Performance Management | Nov 28, 2023 |
| Session 4: Primer on Project Management | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Session 5: Communication & Feedback | Jan 11, 2023 |
| Session 6: Team Development & Cohesion | Feb 1, 2024 |
| Session 7: Wellbeing, Growth Mindset, & Emotions | Feb 15, 2024 |
Sign Up Process
The first program cohort will be established via a first come, first serve process. Employees interested in the program will be need complete this form. If they meet the eligibility requirements, they will receive confirmation that they have been enrolled into the program.
Please note that space in this year’s program cohort is limited; therefore, employees are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible. Applications are due no later than EOD October 20th.
For questions or more information about the program, contact Talent & Inclusion (508-831-5007) or email Learning & Development (Learning@wpi.edu).
