Training and Professional Development

Brandeis University takes pride in the rich hub of knowledge and varied life experiences of our valued staff members. Empowering team members in furthering their education with training and professional development keeps their knowledge base relevant, makes their job experience more rewarding and adds value to the university as a whole.

Employees are welcome to benefit from:

• Hands-on trainings.
• Lectures.
• Seminars.
• Web-based instructional videos from LinkedIn Learning.

Intro to Hiring and Recruitment Process at Brandeis:

Tuesday 11/16,  1 – 2:30 p.m. (presented via Zoom) Register
Developed for hiring managers and HR Liaisons, participants will gain an understanding of how the hiring and recruitment process works at Brandeis and what the necessary steps are, including:

• determining the type of position
• developing a job description and posting the job
• forming a search committee (if needed)
• using Workday to track candidate screening, selection, interviews and reference checks
• making/accepting the offer
• onboarding the new employee

Managers Skills Development Trainings (presented by Breakthrough Collaboration)

Previously available by invitation only, these workshops are now open to all managers who would like to take advantage of this opportunity and can be taken as a series or as individual sessions based on interest.

Workshops will cover special challenges due to the pandemic and will be presented as 90-minute interactive sessions via Zoom from 9 – 10:30 a.m. on the following dates:

• Friday 11/12 – Managing Up, Across and Down
• Tuesday 11/16 – Managing Performance Conversations
• Thursday 12/2 – Managing Teams
• Thursday 12/9 – Managing Conflict

Fall 2021 Workshops:

The well-being of the Brandeis community and campus remain a top priority during these times. To support our managers, staff and faculty during COVID-19 and our Fall 2021 planning, and as part of professional development, we are offering the following trainings and workshops via Zoom from 10 – 11 a.m. on the following dates:

• Wednesday 11/10 – Making Change Work for You

Webinars offered by New Directions:

Go to www.ndbh.com and log in selecting “Employee Assistance Program” and using the company code: brandeis university. Scroll down to the bottom of the Home page to register for live webinars.
For all webinars there are sessions at noon – 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.

• Wednesday 11/10 – Thriving in Uncertainty
  The unknown is a scary thing. It can be difficult to plan or figure out what to do next. Discover how to embrace uncertainty and navigate it with poise and resiliency.
• Wednesday 11/17 – Managing with Flexibility
  When facing change or uncertainty, one of the greatest traits a leader can have is flexibility. In this session, learn how to modify your style and approach to leadership to overcome challenges and achieve goals.
• Monday 12/13 – The Art of Listening
  Listening is the foundation of conversation and a skill that requires practice. In this session, learn how to listen actively and respond thoughtfully for better communication and understanding.
• Monday 12/20 – Actively Managing Conflict
  For a manager, being equipped to treat conflict as an asset instead of a liability is a true measure of leadership. In this session, supervisors acquire the essential tools, skills and processes to help them achieve healthy and responsive conflict resolution.

Fall 2021 Planning Session

The session will provide managers with information about Fall 2021 planning and provide an opportunity to ask questions and address any concerns with key members of the Office of Human Resources and the Office of Campus Planning and Operations. Additional information can be found on the Fall Planning page.

• Zoom recording of a Fall 2021 Planning Session
• Session Slides of Fall 2021 Planning Session

Supporting Managers and Employees Returning to the Workplace Workshop

• Zoom recording of Support for Returning to the Workplace
• Session Slides of Support for Returning to the Workplace

Online COVID-19 Safety Training Course

 ALL members of the Brandeis community accessing campus are required to complete the Online COVID-19 Safety Training Course. Additional information can be found at COVID-19 Resources.