Management Essentials

Management Essentials is a development program that equips leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to grow and empower their teams, navigate challenges, and drive organizational success.

The program takes a deep dive into a diverse range of topics, ensuring direct relevance to the roles and responsibilities of our leaders.

Sessions are offered regularly through Microsoft Teams and/or in person, and leaders have the flexibility to take part in the ones that best meet their evolving needs and schedules.

Contact Information


Program Questions
  HR Business Partner, Employee Relations Advisor & CMC HR Consultant Department List

Registration Assistance
   (409) 747-6731
   jodelaga@utmb.edu

Click the links below to register for the Management Essentials sessions of your choice.

Communicating Effectively in the Workplace


New Learning Topic!

Confident and clear communication is necessary for leaders to build trust and credibility with their teams and foster strong relationships. Join this session for tips on enhancing your communication effectiveness.

The Employee Life Cycle


The employee life cycle encompasses the various stages of an employee's journey with their employer. This session takes an in-depth look at each stage, offering strategies and best practices to ensure a positive and enriching experience.

Get Better at Getting Better Through Appreciative Inquiry


Effective talent management skills are essential in today's workplace. This session equips participants with valuable insights, proven frameworks, and practical tools to successfully manage and develop talent.

In-Person Sessions Only

Harness the Power of One-on-One Meetings


New Learning Topic!

Meeting regularly with your employees one-on-one can significantly enhance your department's performance and overall business outcomes. This session explores the benefits, structure, and practical strategies of holding effective one-on-one sessions.

In-Person Session Only

Leading Change Through Influence


Leading a change initiative often has challenges that can be hard to overcome. This session provides strategies for guiding and influencing your staff through the change process and creating a culture of adaptability and resilience.

Leading with Emotional Intelligence


Emotional intelligence is not as complex as it might seem. However, achieving personal excellence requires self-reflection and understanding. This session provides the tools needed to cultivate a positive work environment and strong relationships.

In-Person Sessions Only

Meaningful Employee Engagement


Employee engagement is vital for business success. This session explores the importance of meaningful employee engagement and its impact on the workplace. Participants will gain insights into sustaining higher levels of engagement.

Providing Effective Feedback


Everyone gives feedback, but does it always produce the desired results? Join this session for strategies and tools to enhance your dialogue and understanding when communicating with others, fostering a more collaborative workplace.

Why Workplace Conflict Management Can't Wait


As leaders, promptly addressing conflicts in the workplace is important. This session focuses on effective conflict management and how to identify the underlying causes and facilitate constructive resolutions.