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Manager's Medley: IAP workshops for managers

Sharpen managerial knowledge and skills by taking an MIT management workshop.

Available during the January Independent Activities Period (IAP) from MIT Human Resources, the Manager’s Medley is a series of workshops aimed at helping MIT staff members grow and advance their capabilities as a manager.

Offered in convenient two- or three-hour segments, each in-person workshop provides valuable tools and information and opportunities for reflection and practice in partnership with fellow MIT managers. Participants will set learning objectives, pick workshops, and apply what they learn immediately. Sign up through the MIT Learning Center.

Schedule:

Managing with Situational Leadership

Friday, Jan. 8, 9-11 a.m., Room E19-603

Active Listening for Managers

Tuesday, Jan. 12, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Room E19-306

Performance Development: Manager’s Role

Thursday, Jan. 14, 12-2 p.m., Room E19-306

Performance Development: Your Role

Wednesday, Jan. 20, 12-2 p.m., Room E19-306

Managing Diverse Teams

Thursday, Jan. 21, 9-11 a.m., Room E19-603

Using Atlas for Talent Management

Tuesday, Jan. 26, 9-11 a.m., Room E19-603

Managing Change and Transition
Thursday, Jan. 28, 9-11 a.m., Room E19-306

Individuals may also supplement classes with the following online offerings:

Collaborate and Build Relationships

Communicating with Influence

Delegating for Success

Demonstrating Strategic Agility

Developing Potential of Self and Others

Fostering an Inclusive Community

Giving Presentations with Confidence

Making Meetings Work at MIT 

Managing Your Time

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