Posts Tagged: training

Agile Project Management webinar offered March 3

The California 4-H Association invites you to participate in their next informational webinar on Thursday, March 3, at 10 a.m. Charlie Pfeiffer, UC ANR IT project manager, will present a webinar titled “Agile Project Management,” which will include a discussion of how project management can improve teamwork, communications and speed.

To join the webinar, visit this link: https://uc-d.adobeconnect.com/_a841422360/ca4-ha.

To access the call-in line, dial 1 (866) 740-1260 and then enter the passcode 7524783#.

To view and listen to previous webinar presentations, visit http://ucanr.edu/sites/CA4-HA/PD/Webinar_Series.

 

MSAP catalyzes professional development planning for ANR staff

Jona Pressman, UC Cooperative Extension nutrition program manager in Butte County, and Jing Yu, UC ANR financial services manager at UCOP, both attended the 2015 Management Skills Assessment Program (MSAP) at the UCLA Conference Center at Lake Arrowhead in October. The goal of MSAP is to address skill gaps and grow competencies that will prepare internal employees for future leadership roles in their UC workplaces.

During the four-day program, Pressman and Yu participated in simulated UC management scenarios, received behavioral feedback, attended a career development workshop and connected with colleagues from throughout the UC system. Before arriving at Lake Arrowhead, they participated in pre-assessment components and will be involved post-program activities to continue their professional development.

“I appreciate the opportunity I had to spend time focused on my own professional development through MSAP,” Pressman said of the experience. “Having time away from the office and dedicated to training participation was rewarding. MSAP helped me identify professional development areas that are essential for me to work toward as I continue to design my individual development plan.

“The MSAP activities were engaging, challenging and intense at times,” she said. “I think this kept me ‘hooked' into utilizing my time to participate fully in the training. I was able to set work tasks aside and concentrate on authentic professional development.”

“I met colleagues throughout UC who are all leaders in some capacity for an array of programs and campuses,” Pressman added. “I made new friends and have a greater appreciation for the diversity of programs, projects and people. MSAP is one such program with excellent facilitators and coaches. I feel fortunate to have received the individualized coaching and analysis of my work.”

Yu's sentiments were similar. “MSAP focused on assessing my skills and providing me feedback, which I will translate into my individual skill development plans,” Yu said. “It was a wonderful program, I think it's the best development opportunity I've had with UC.”

The next MSAP will be held April 18-21, 2016.  Department heads, unit leaders and directors are urged to discuss the program with supervisors and managers who exhibit potential for management development and to encourage them to apply for the MSAP. The call for staff applications is at //ucanr.edu/blogs/blogcore/postdetail.cfm?postnum=19609.

Completed applications must be submitted online at http://msap.ucr.edu by Wednesday, Jan. 20. For more information, contact Jodi Azulai, ANR Training and Development coordinator, at jlazulai@ucanr.edu.

 

Crucial Conversations training offered Nov. 3–4

The UC ANR Training Coordination Committee is sponsoring “Crucial Conversations” training on Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 3­–4, 2015, in Davis. The training will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 3 and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 4.

Training is open to all UC ANR academics, ANR staff employees, and Cooperative Extension county-paid employees who have not taken the Crucial Conversations training in the past. All expenses related to the training (registration fee, travel, lodging, meals and training materials) will be reimbursed by ANR funds according to UC travel policy.

Twenty (20) participants will be accepted to the training. Individuals selected to participate in the training will need to participate for the full period of the training. Therefore, if you cannot commit to the full 14 hours of training, we ask that you not pre-register for the training. 

If you are interested in the training, please pre-register at: http://ucanr.edu/survey/survey.cfm?surveynumber=10326. We also encourage you to inform your supervisor of your interest in participating in this training.

Individuals who have pre-registered will be notified on Oct. 15 as to whether they have been selected to participate in the two-day training. A waiting list will be established for those who are interested but are not selected to participate in the training and they will be contacted if space becomes available.

“Crucial Conversations” provides tools for talking when stakes are high, emotions are strong, and opinions differ. The objectives of the 14-hour training are to provide tools that will assist the participant in:

• Building greater personal influence and power
• Moving “stuck” work-related relationships and projects forward
• Improving personal, team, and unit results
• Reducing stress from team frustrations and blocked communication

Your program-certified trainers Jan Corlett and Linda Marie Manton thank you for considering participation in Crucial Conversations training.  If you have questions contact Jan Corlett at Jan.Corlett@ucop.edu.

IGIS offers training workshops

UC ANR's Informatics and Geographic Information Systems (IGIS) Statewide Program is offering a new series of training workshops. This series of agriculture– and natural resource–oriented GIS, Web mapping and Global Positioning System trainings will be held at a variety of venues around California. 

The five-hour trainings, scheduled from October through January, will be offered in Sacramento, Riverside, Davis and Berkeley and at the UC ANR Lindcove Research and Extension Center.

For the schedule of upcoming events and to find a workshop near you, visit http://igis.ucanr.edu/IGISTraining.

For more information about IGIS, please visit http://igis.ucanr.edu.

 

Management skills assessment experience a success

Shelby McNab, UCCE Fresno Nutrition Program Manager, was selected by ANR Leadership to attend the April 2015 Management Skills Assessment Program (MSAP) at the UCLA Conference Center at Lake Arrowhead. The goal of MSAP is to address skill gaps and grow competencies that will prepare internal employees for future role opportunities in their UC workplaces.

During the four-day program McNab  participated in simulated UC management scenarios, received behavioral feedback, attended a career development workshop, and connected with colleagues from throughout the UC system. Before she arrived, she was involved in pre-assessment components and will be involved post-program activities to continue her professional development.

“The MSAP experience was truly transformative," McNab said, when asked about her experience. "The assessment tools and activities provided me with insight into areas where I am strong, and areas for further development. As a leader, dedicated time to reflect and receive coaching and feedback is invaluable. The program also provided time to connect with colleagues throughout the UC system. It was a great opportunity to connect with other supervisors throughout the state.  I would highly recommend the experience, and I am very thankful I had the opportunity to attend.”

The next MSAP will be held Oct. 12-15, 2015. We strongly recommend that department heads, unit leaders and Directors discuss the program with supervisors and managers who exhibit potential for management development and encourage them to apply.

Staff applications due at noon July 6, 2015

Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2015 Management Skills Assessment Program (MSAP). This program is designed to assess the management skills of high potential, early career staff supervisors and managers for future leadership opportunities at the University of California (academics are not eligible). The program is scheduled for Oct. 12-15, 2015 at the UCLA Conference Center in Lake Arrowhead.

UC ANR has one seat for the Fall 2015 program, and we are seeking applicants.

Completed applications must be submitted online http://msap.ucr.edu/ by noon, Monday, July 6.

Eligibility requirements for staff participants include (note: academic employees are not eligible for this program):

• Classification at “___” Assistant III Supervisor, equivalent or above
• Full-time career status with a current, satisfactory (or better) performance evaluation
• Designation as a supervisor or manager in their classification

Participants will be selected based on an evaluation of the applicant's (1) career goals in management, (2) level of skills essential for performing management functions, and (3) demonstrated career path and/or strong commitment to management skill development.

The cost for the program is $1,095 (including all program materials and room and board for three days and two nights). This does not include transportation or other related travel costs.  The cost of the program will be covered by ANR for the successful participant, as well as travel costs according to ANR policy.

Further information and the 2015 online MSAP application form (including applicant and supervisor components) can be found at: http://msap.ucr.edu/.  Applications are completed and submitted online.  An ANR committee will review all applications and make the final selection. Completed applications must be submitted online http://msap.ucr.edu/ by noon, Monday, July 6.

For more information, contact Jodi Azulai at jlazulai@ucanr.edu.

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