Leadership Development Curriculum

Organizational Learning’s leadership development curriculum is designed to meet the needs of individual contributors, aspiring leaders, and new and existing leaders. These multi-modal learning opportunities for staff and faculty are rooted in the Michigan Expectations Model and aligned with the core values.

If you prefer more guidance on course selection based on your specific development needs, please visit our course recommendation guide.

Business Administration

Learn about the policies and resources from business units across the institution. These courses are designed for all faculty and staff with business-related responsibilities.

Professional and Interpersonal Skills

Whether you are an individual contributor, managing projects, or supervising a team, these are essential programs for working effectively with colleagues. These programs are designed for all faculty and staff.

Aspiring Leaders

These programs provide an overview of leadership at U-M and strategies for planning your transition from a team member to a team leader. These programs are designed for all faculty and staff.

Values-Driven Leadership

These programs are designed for all faculty and staff with direct reports.

Cohort-Based Learning Experiences

Cited as one of the most effective ways to learn, cohort-based programs bring together a group of learners for an extended period of time. These programs provide an opportunity to learn alongside other leaders with similar learning needs. These cohort-based programs offer a unique blend of structured curriculum and collaborative learning environments. 

Leading in Change and Transition

Explore our Leading Change & Transition Toolkit to help plan for the future: