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The links below will also take you to the University Training Booking System (UTBS) where you can view training and development grouped by theme.

Learning is offered in a variety of formats including live events, high impact bitesize resources and more in-depth online courses and LinkedIn Learning pathways.

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Communication

Communicate persuasively, effectively and confidently, including via email and when presenting. Learn how to influence and negotiate. Understand how to give constructive feedback.

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Develop your career

Consider the direction you wish to take and what your priorities are, to help you progress your career.

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Innovation and new ways of working

Contribute to the University’s culture of innovation, adopt new approaches and respond creatively to change.

Click to view Leadership and management

Leadership and management

Build an effective and motivated team. Develop skills including delegation, setting objectives, solving problems, making decisions, resolving challenge and conflict, effective Staff Review and Development and giving feedback.

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Legal and compliance

Find out about legal and compliance issues including immigration, health and safety, anti bribery and corruption and the Prevent Duty.

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New staff

Discover all the information you need to help you to navigate your way through the early stages of your career at the University.

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Personal effectiveness

Build resilience, develop positive working relationships with your peers and respond positively to uncertainty and change. Includes mentoring.

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Productivity

Develop your personal organisation skills to boost productivity by learning how to run effective meetings and manage your time and email effectively.

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Recruitment and selection

Recruit effectively within the University, comply with University policy and procedures, employment law and equal opportunities legislation.

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Valuing everyone and dignity at work

Understand diversity, inclusion and dignity at work and how these principles enhance the University’s workplace and culture.