Professional Development
GW is committed not only to the education of its students, but to all employees. Creating a learning culture among staff to encourage continuous improvement is critical for the University to remain competitive, to fully perform its mission, and to fulfill and achieve its goals.
There are many opportunities to learn and grow, extending beyond traditional offerings. Employees taking advantage of our numerous learning programs benefit by developing new, marketable skills, as well as developing skills for career advancement. We have assembled articles, assessments, and trainings most beneficial to your development as a GW employee as well as a list of specific training resources throughout the entire University community.
Click here to access a brief overview of various professional development activities related to GW's key performance factors.
Self-Guided Learning Take advantage of training “on-demand” - select a development area to see our online offerings. We include relevant SkillPort courses to help staff members develop and refine key competencies and skills. Individuals can also learn more about the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) program, which offers events and online learning for staff interested in strengthening leadership capabilities.
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SkillPort This online learning portal offers the GW community access to a wide range of courses. Topics range from beginner-level to expert-level courses in many of our professional development areas, as well as consulting, business management, effective interviewing, strategic planning, Microsoft Office software, and other technical training.
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