UBC's leadership programs further an important dialogue around the very meaning of leadership at UBC. What we believe about leadership has a profound influence on what we do as leaders and how we enact leadership.
Leadership programs fostering professional and personal growth among faculty and staff in our community and support Catalyst #2: I can grow my career and Catalyst #4: I am inspired by diverse leaders who live UBC’s values of the Focus on People 2025 framework. They also contribute to furthering authentic conversations for colleagues to hold each other accountable for inclusive and impactful leadership across the university.
Academic Leadership Development program
This program is designed for Associate Deans, Heads and Directors in their academic administrative roles. The goal is to help enhance their effectiveness and personal satisfaction in these roles.
Get details on the Academic Leadership Development program.
Developing Leaders program
The Developing Leaders program serves as a leadership development program for new and early-career managers focusing on building their capacity to lead with more confidence and effectiveness. DLP is open to Management & Professional staff who have staff reporting directly to them.
There are two portions to the application: the applicant’s Personal application and the Sponsor Agreement, which is completed by the applicant’s direct manager.
- The Sponsor Agreement must be submitted by Friday, November 24, 2023 at noon.
Learn more about supporting a manager enrolled in the program by reviewing the Developing Leaders Program details.