Supervisory Skills Certificate Program

The Supervisory Skills Certificate Program is designed to help supervisors build the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to effectively lead and support their teams. Through interactive learning, practical application, and collaboration with peers, participants will strengthen their supervisory and people management capabilities while building connections with colleagues across the university.

The program is designed primarily for supervisors who are new to a supervisory role or who have limited to moderate supervisory experience, with a limited number of seats available for the cohort.

Current Supervisors

Current supervisors in their first supervisory role or those with limited to moderate supervisory experience are encouraged to apply for the fourth cohort of the program. Participants are expected to attend all training sessions to successfully complete the certificate program.

Apply as a Supervisor:
Supervisory Skills Certificate Program Application

Nominated Employees

New for the 2027 cohort, a limited number of seats have been reserved for employees who are not currently supervisors but demonstrate strong potential and an interest in professional development. Supervisors may nominate eligible employees for consideration.

Selected nominees will have the opportunity to learn alongside supervisors from across the university, gain exposure to supervisory concepts and leadership practices, and build connections with colleagues from a variety of departments.

Nominate an Employee:
Supervisory Skills Certificate Program Supervisor Nomination Form

Applications and nominations are due by Friday, December 4, 2026.

Curriculum

Instructor-Led:

• Effective Communication for Supervisors
• Conflict Resolution Strategies
• Enhancing your EQ (Emotional Intelligence)
• Leadership Dynamics
• Coaching and Feedback

LinkedIn Learning

Participants will complete three elective LinkedIn Learning courses focused on supervisory and professional skill development. Multiple course options are provided, allowing participants to select the topics most relevant to their development goals.

Supervisory Skills 2026 Cohort

Supervisory Skills 2025 Cohort

Supervisory Skills 2024 Cohort