Target Audience: A/P Faculty, T/R Faculty and Staff in pay bands 5 and above who lead or manage teams, projects or individuals.
Fall 2009 Workshops
Our customized Leadership Development workshops are designed to meet the unique development needs of those who manage projects, teams, or individuals. The following workshops will be held on the Blacksburg campus in Fall 2009:
- Delegation (1/2 day)
- Effective Communication for Leaders
- Leading and Building Effective Teams
- Leading Change
Leadership Certificate Program
Leaders who participate in the 2-day "Management for Successful Leaders" and any three of the faculty or leadership offerings will receive the Virginia Tech Leadership Excellence Certificate. Your certificate will be mailed, and UOPD will recognize your commitment to developing your leadership excellence with an e-mail to your direct manager.
Other Resources for Leadership Development
Commonwealth Management Institute (CMI) is a one-week program for mid-level managers that identifies and enhances management and leadership skills; targeted to people with responsibility for developing policy options, managing other people, or managing a major program or administrative function. Virginia Tech has had many participants in this program which continues to receive positive reviews. Nominations are accepted twice a year. More complete information about the program, target audience, program dates, costs, and locations, and the application forms are available on the website.
The Faculty Development Institute's main goal is to enable the integration of new technologies into teaching and research by providing training, support, and resources.
On-line Educational Programs from Virginia Tech's Office for Equity and Inclusion
University Organizational and Professional Development
Southgate Center (0538)
Blacksburg, VA 24061
Phone: 540/231-5100 Fax: 540/231-6479
Contact UOPD: uopd@vt.edu
Cost
Most workshops cost $150.00 per day and include lunch
How to Pay
University Organizational and Professional Development accepts three (3) forms of payment:
- Departmental ISR. See on-line instructions for completing an ISR through HokieMart.
- Foundation check
- Personal check
Checks should be made payable to the Treasurer, Virginia Tech and mailed to UOPD, Campus Mail #0538.