Leadership and management development

Build your people management skills and leadership credentials with the University's development offer.

Management development

Line managers at the University, whether brand new or more experienced, can engage in ongoing management skills development through our range of dedicated programmes and self-study resources. Learning topics include how to:

  • support and develop your team
  • manage your team's performance and output
  • navigate HR policy and process
  • feel more confident and effective in your management role

LEAP programme

New line managers are expected to participate in the 'LEAP' management development programme in the first six months or so of starting their role. This modular programme covers key topics such as the management context, HR policy and process, supporting and developing your staff, culture & inclusion and navigating change. Eligible participants will be contacted in the early days of their role. You can find more information about the programme by searching for LEAP management programme in the staff intranet.

 

Leadership development

Build your leadership credentials, improve your strategic thinking and increase your influence and visibility across the organisation through our leadership development offer. A new, blended leadership programme is currently being piloted. For more information, contact people-development@bristol.ac.uk

Leadership coaching

Dependent on role, University leaders may also access one-to-one coaching sessions to support with the opportunities and challenges of their roles. 

The Leadership Ethos framework

The Leadership Ethos is an online development tool and resource set designed to support the development of leadership skills in all of us at all career stages, as part of a positive and inclusive culture.