The New Manager Orientation program covers foundational aspects of managing people at the university. Participants will engage in four two-hour sessions, learning from a lead facilitator, senior leaders from the university, internal guest speakers and one another. This program is delivered via Zoom complemented by a dedicated Microsoft Teams space.

Program Objectives:

• Creating a network of new people from across campus in similar management roles, and enabling exposure to senior leaders
• Gaining knowledge about navigating the university to answer common people management questions and providing access to resources
• Identifying action items for new manager development plans which are grounded in McMaster’s Leadership Capabilities and values such as trust, teamwork and inclusivity
• Building a foundation for developing a leadership brand

Who Should Attend?

Individuals who are responsible for supervising others including:

• Members of The Management Group (TMG)
• Members of the McMaster University Faculty Association (MUFA)
• Member of the McMaster University Academic Librarians’ Association (MUALA)

If you are new to McMaster, prior to enrolling in NMO, please attend a New Employee Orientation session. Sessions are offered monthly.

This program is sponsored by Human Resources Services and delivered by McMaster Continuing Education.

Questions?  Contact WeAreAllLeaders@mcmaster.ca