A Division of Administration and Finance

Employee Learning Opportunities

The Lean into Learning! series is a new initiative to provide the talent community with a collection of learning sessions to broaden skills and performance. The sessions will cover a variety of topics such as communication, interpersonal skills, people management, teamwork, and productivity. These sessions will be held in person and virtually throughout the year.

Select the title of each course below to learn more and register. If you are interested in signing up for a course, please be aware that registrations may close prior to the start date. Please plan accordingly to ensure you are able to attend! For course descriptions, view the Lean Into Learning Spring Calendar 2025.

Title	Format	Register by	Course Date & Time
Professionalism in Action: Workplace Etiquette Essentials	Virtual	March 11	March 12, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Facilitator Fundamentals for Engaging Sessions	In Person	48 hours prior to session	April 2, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm April 22, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Critical Thinking and Decision Making	Virtual	April 3, 2025	April 8, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Listening: The Key to Effective Communication	Virtual	May 3, 2025	May 8, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Improving Personal Productivity	Virtual	May 24, 2025	May 29, 10:00 am - 11:30 am

If you experience difficulties registering for a session, please contact elearning@umaryland.edu

The Lean into Learning! Supervisors series includes sessions designed specifically for individuals who supervise staff. These sessions will be held in person and virtually throughout the year.

Title	Format	Register by	Course Date & Time
Interpersonal Communication for Supervisors	In Person	March 13, 2025	March 18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Effective Delegation for Supervisors	In Person	March 28, 2025	April 2, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Performance Feedback for Supervisors	In Person	April 10, 2025	April 15, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Productive Conflict for Supervisors	In Person	April 25, 2025	April 30, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cultural Proficiency for Supervisors	In Person	May 9, 2025	May 14, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Successful Teams for Supervisors	In Person	May 16, 2025	May 21, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

If you experience difficulties registering for a session, please contact elearning@umaryland.edu

The SPARK! Supervisor Meetings are quarterly meetings designed for supervisors who lead people to gather and learn valuable strategies, share challenges, and engage in supportive dialogue to enhance leadership efforts.

Select the session title below to learn more and register for ONE meeting session. If you are interested in signing up, please be aware that registrations may close prior to the start date. Please plan accordingly to ensure you are able to attend! For more information about the SPARK program, please visit the SPARK Supervisor Academy page.

Title	Format	Register by	Course Date & Time
Navigating Crucial Conversations: Turning Tension into a Win!	Virtual	February 18	February 19, 2025 10:00 am - 11:30 am 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Coaching Skills for Supervisors	In Person	April 15	April 16, 2025 10:00 am - 11:30 am 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Resources for the Supervisor Toolkit	In Person	TBA	September 24, 2025 10:00 am - 11:30 am 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Roundtable Discussion	Virtual	TBA	November, 2025 10:00 am - 11:30 am 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

If you experience difficulties registering for a session, please contact elearning@umaryland.edu

These informational sessions are designed to provide employees with essential knowledge about key subjects, including benefits, workplace policies, and performance management.

Please note: some sessions will be open to a specific audience group to allow for more focused discussion.

Title	Audience	Format	Register by	Course Date & Time
Legal Updates, HRS-ELR, and Compliance Refresher Training	Supervisors and Managers			TBD
Performance Management Program Training				TBD

If you experience difficulties registering for a session, please contact elearning@umaryland.edu

Empower your team members and equip them with essential skills for career growth. Look no further than the Career Essentials program! Designed specifically for individual contributors, this program provides a solid foundation for personal and professional development. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your team’s growth. Register your eligible staff for Career Essentials today and watch them thrive!

If interested, please visit the Career Essentials registration page on Percipio. Here’s why you should encourage your eligible staff to participate:

Personal Assessment & Teamwork:

Participants kick off their journey by taking the True Colors Assessment, gaining insights into their unique strengths and communication style.

They’ll explore effective teamwork strategies, enhancing collaboration within your organization.

Understanding Your Organization & Culture:

Dive deeper into what it means to be part of the University System of Maryland (USM).

Explore funding sources for the University and embrace the UMB Core Values demonstrated across campus.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

Identify key principles of effective communication, including overcoming barriers.

Learn active listening techniques and practice providing constructive feedback.

Develop a personalized action plan to enhance communication skills.

Customer Service Excellence:

Assess current customer service skills and recognize behaviors that exemplify excellence.

Acquire techniques for handling challenging customer interactions through active listening and problem-solving.

Create an actionable plan to apply new skills on the job.

Diversity In the Workplace:

Beyond race and gender, explore the broader concept of diversity.

Foster an inclusive environment where everyone's unique perspectives contribute to success.

Please contact Michele Hunt at mhunt@umaryland.edu with questions.

In partnership with Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Maryland and Delaware, employees have the opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. These virtual, one-hour, live seminars will teach employees essential strategies to achieve financial stability.

Click on "Register" below to register for the session(s) of your choice.

Title	Date	Time	Registration Link
Keeping Debt Under Control: Avoid Detours	February 21, 2025	10:00 am	Register
Credit Reports and Credit Scores	March 21, 2025	10:00 am	Register
Creating Wealth: Stocking up for the Long Haul	April 18, 2025	10:00 am	Register
Preparing for Emergencies	May 16, 2025	10:00 am	Register
Homeowner Options	June 20, 2025	10:00 am	Register

The Building Bridges Across Maryland (BBAM) program includes a cohort of individuals from various higher education institutions in the state of Maryland who attend seven sessions - one held at each participating institution.

The BBAM program begins with a kickoff session that brings participants together to learn what is expected to complete the program and to get to know each other. After the final session, participants are invited to attend a formal graduation where they receive a certificate of completion and a digital badge.

Support Staff Cohorts

Cohorts begin early during the month of August. Topic sessions begin in September and continue through March. Topics are updated and changed based on cohort feedback each year, but generally include:

Managing Your Strengths
Managing Up
Radical Adaptability: 5 Keys to Personal Change
Online Practices of Self-Care and Behavior Change for Resilience
Presenting in a Virtual World
Becoming a Champion of Inclusion at All Levels of the Institution
Shifting Your Mindset When Serving Customers.

Alumni Events

Program graduates may be invited back to continue their professional development, reconnect and meet members of other cohorts. Stay tuned for our next alumni event!

For more information, please contact Michele Hunt at mhunt@umaryland.edu.