Professional Development Hub
Grow your capability. Shape your career. Elevate your impact.
Start your learning journey
At UCalgary, learning is an ongoing part of how we grow, contribute, and succeed. Whether you're just getting started, building skills, or preparing for what’s next, you’ll find learning opportunities that support your goals.
Choose where you want to begin.
Develop as a people leader
Build confidence in leading others through clear direction, meaningful conversations, and inclusive team practices.
Get started as a new employee
Set yourself up for success with onboarding learning, key resources, and opportunities to connect.
Grow in your academic role
Enhance your teaching, research, and academic practice with learning designed for faculty and instructional roles.
Build skills for your role and career
Strengthen communication, digital fluency, collaboration, and workplace effectiveness through practical learning.
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Use your tuition support
Invest in your education with UCalgary’s Tuition Support program. Discover how to apply, what programs are eligible, and how to align your learning with your professional goals.
Find upcoming workshops and courses
Explore instructor-led sessions, self-paced learning, and upcoming development opportunities.
How learning works at UCalgary
Learning at UCalgary happens every day through your work, relationships, formal learning, and the resources you use.
Enhance your learning
Across every development page, you’ll find learning tailored to your role and growth goals—organized using the UCalgary Continuous Learning Model. This approach reflects how learning really happens: through your work, your relationships, structured experiences, and the resources you use every day.
Balanced development includes a mix of experiential, relational, and formal learning—supported by reflection and application over time.
Learn through experience, examples include:
- Stretch assignments
- Project work
- Acting opportunities
- Cross-functional collaboration
- New responsibilities
Connect with your UCalgary community, examples include:
- Mentoring
- Coaching
- Job shadowing
- Peer learning
- Communities of practice
Learn through structured opportunities, examples include:
- Courses and workshops
- Conferences and webinars
- Certificate programs
- University learning programs
- LinkedIn Learning
Learn through tools and information, examples include:
- Articles and research
- Templates and guides
- Toolkits and systems
- Professional resources
Balanced development plans typically include a mix of experiential, relational, and formal learning.
Support your growth at every stage
Explore tools, resources, and guidance to help you understand your career path, plan your development, and take meaningful next steps at UCalgary.
Career Pathways
Career at UCalgary
Explore how careers grow at UCalgary through experiences, movement across roles, and leadership opportunities. Learn how to navigate your path, understand what’s possible, and take practical steps to shape your future with confidence.
Development Resources
Learning, Development & Support
Access mentoring, coaching, and learning opportunities that support your growth. Explore programs, tools, and connections that help you build skills, learn in ways that work for you, and grow at every stage of your career.
Planning & Reflection
Individual Development Plan (IDP)
Take an active role in your development with the Individual Development Plan. Reflect on your goals, identify priorities, and plan meaningful learning tied to your work—supporting ongoing growth and career conversations with your leader.
Contact & Support
Our programs are managed by a range of faculties, departments, and external partners, each with their own dedicated team. Connecting directly with the right contact is the quickest way to get the help you need. For more specific support, see the resources below.