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Leadership Development

UNDERSTAND

Building leadership competencies is a lifelong process. Professional & Organizational Development (POD) provides training for leaders at every level—from an intensive program for UW supervisors and managers to innovative leadership seminars for experienced leaders facing new challenges. At POD, you will find resources, tips, and opportunities to learn from outside experts and your own UW colleagues.

ACT

Leadership Offerings
POD provides diverse opportunities for leadership development at UW.

Quarterly Courses
POD offers a variety of courses in the areas of Communication, Supervision, and HR Administration to help you develop your leadership skills.

e-Learning
We partner with SkillSoft e-Learning to bring you award-winning online learning. Access an annual subscription including 1000+ courses.

Strategic Leadership Program
POD has redesigned its successful Strategic Leadership Program (SLP) to ensure better alignment with the goals of the Leadership, Community and Values Initiative and with other changes happening at the University of Washington.

EXPLORE

Meet Our Instructors
Read short bios on many of POD's instructors, from campus experts to accomplished external consultants.

Tuition Exemption
Learn how you can take advantage of tuition exemption at the UW or at participating state and community colleges.

Find Our Classrooms
Most courses take place at Roosevelt Commons, but other classrooms are also used. You should check for location information in your registration confirmation email.

Policies & Procedures
Learn about the UW's policy on release time for training and about POD policies and procedures for registration, fees, cancellation, and completion.

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