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Class Spotlight: Upcoming classes

People Leader Forum: Delegation Jan 30, 1- 2 pm. PLF is a monthly opportunity for people managers to connect with one another to develop leadership skills, build community, share best practices, swap strategies for navigating current challenges and learn to better support themselves and their teams. The 2026 PLF schedule is up.
Project Management:
- Project Management for Non-Project managers: online Jan. 30, 1 pm- 2pm
- Project Management 1: 3 session series: Feb 11, 18 & 25, 8:30 am- 12:30 pm
Delivery Skills: online Feb. 4, 9 am- 12 pm. This course is part of the UCOP Communication series certificate.

STEP Deadlines & Resources for the 2025/20206 Performance year

STEP learning resources | Watch the short STEP overview video | Contact your STEP team | FAQs for quick answers

Check-In 2: Complete by December 5, 2025

Final Check-in: Complete by March 27, 2026

Upcoming Classes and Workshops

Featured

Navigating Change and Transitions

online: Wednesday, January 21, 10 am - 12 pm

“The only thing that is constant is change” — Heraclitus who lived 100 years before Plato knew this, and it is still true in today’s world. This workshop will explore the human response to change and stages within the transition process. Participants will expand their capability to successfully navigate through personal and professional changes while utilizing the William Bridges’ Transition Model and Psychological Flexibility framework.

UCOP Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification

Franklin Building, Oakland: Thursday, January 22, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

This dynamic, interactive training program is designed specifically for UC staff. Through a hands-on group simulation, you’ll explore essential process improvement concepts and the Lean Six Sigma methodology that can be directly applied to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in your daily work.

Managing and Organizing your Email Inbox - Microsoft Outlook

online: Thursday, January 22, 1 pm - 2:30 pom

In this session you will learn powerful tips and techniques that can save you hours and help you get the results you desire from your e-mail communication. You will learn practical Microsoft Outlook features such as customizing and setting flags, using categories to organize your inbox, using calendar and tasks to track action e-mails, using advanced searches to easily find relevant information, and organizing and archiving your messages for future reference. In addition, you get important advice on e-mail management strategies which will help you transform e-mail into a productivity tool that can help you, your team, and your organization better succeed.

UCOP Creating Accessible Documents 2: PDFs

online: Wednesday, January 28, 10:30 am - 12 pm

Building off the Creating Accessible Documents 1: MS Office training, Accessible PDF Documents offers a deep dive into using Adobe Acrobat Pro to manipulate, tag, and test PDF documents for accessibility. We will cover tagging documents from scratch, what common accessibility errors are, tables, and building accessible PDF forms. In order to fully participate in this class, you will need to have Adobe Acrobat Pro installed (not just Acrobat Reader). Please note: Creating Accessible Documents 1: MS Office training is a prerequisite for this class.

Box Fundamentals

online: Wednesday, January 28, 1 pm - 2 pm

This course will give you an overview of Box, the cloud-based service that provides secure file storage and file sharing.

How to use Box
How to collaborate with UCOP and non-UCOP people
Commenting directly on files, folder permissions, shared links, and many other tips that will help you when using Box.

Administrators from IT will be on hand to answer your questions and review the best features of Box. More info on Box can always be accessed on our webpage.

Project Management for Non-Project Managers

online: Friday, January 30, 9 am - 12 pm

This workshop is tailored for professionals who aspire to master the art of project management and elevate their capabilities in steering diverse projects to success. The curriculum delves into the foundational principles of project management yet transcends conventional boundaries by infusing cutting-edge insights and actionable strategies.

Key takeaways from this workshop will include:
A comprehensive understanding of project management fundamentals and their practical applications.
Strategies for effective planning, micro-planning, and execution of projects irrespective of size.
Techniques for robust issue management and driving projects toward successful completion.
Insights into enhancing communication and collaboration within project teams and various stakeholders.
Proficiency in utilizing contemporary project management tools to optimize workflow and project outcomes.

GROW Plus: Accountability Conversations for Managers

online : Tuesday, February 3, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

GROW Plus: Accountability Conversations for Managers is the second part in the required live training series on manager and employee performance conversations. The previous STEP trainings are all prerequisites to this training.

Delivery Skills

online: Wednesday, February 4, 9 am- 12 pm

For many, public speaking and giving formal and informal presentations can be uncomfortable and daunting. Luckily, delivery skills ca be practiced and improved on with each presentation. This session will focus on identifying anxieties about presenting and how to prepare for them, explore different presentation styles and techniques to engage with your audience, and tips and tricks to making your next presentation a success! This session will be interactive and participants are asked to bring a recent presentation, outline, or presentation idea to practice.

This course is part of the UCOP Communication series certificate.

Excel Intro to Data Analysis - Session 1 (of 2 sessions)

online: Thursday, February 5, 9 am - 12 pm

Making sense of your data is essential in making key decisions for your organization. Master the use of Excel and change the way you do business. This course will teach you how to use some of the tools built into Excel that enable you to mine the answers hidden in your data records and unlock the analysis power of Excel. This is part of the UCOP Data Analysis Series learning Certificate. Course Outline:

Analyzing Data in Lists and Tables
Summary Based IF Functions
Chart Tools
Building and Working with Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts

This is the first session of 2. Second class is on February 12, 9 am – 12 pm.

UCOP Safety: Basic Awareness

online: Thursday, February 5, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Melissa Collins, Program Manager for Security, Risk and Resilience, will facilitate this 30-minute live virtual class that will provide basic safety tips to help employees feel informed, alert, and safe as they travel to and from the workplace. Extra time will be allotted for questions and feedback. Melissa recently joined UCOP after serving 20 years with the UC San Diego Police Department, retiring as a lieutenant, and is a safety expert.

UCOP Wellbeing Monthly Lunch and Chat: Kindness, Reflection & Action: Your 2026 Brain Upgrade

Online: Friday, February 6, 12:10 - 12:55pm

Take a mindful pause in your day and join us for this virtual monthly series for individual and collective wellbeing. There will be space for reflection, discussion, and real-life application.

2/6/26: Kindness, Reflection & Action: Your 2026 Brain Upgrade Come explore how to upgrade our brains in 2026 by practicing kindness, deepening self‑reflection, and turning insight into action. You’ll leave with practical, science‑informed strategies to think more clearly, act more intentionally, and create meaningful change.

3/3/26: From Snap Judgments to Self-Awareness: A Midday Conversation We all judge sometimes; it’s a very human thing to do. This lesson will help us understand why we judge and how it affects both ourselves and others. Our goal isn’t to stop judging completely, but to become more aware and compassionate. Through thoughtful reflection, open discussion, and hands-on exercises, we’ll gently change how we view judgment, helping us create a more understanding and kinder world for everyone.

Emails for Professionals with AI

online: Tuesday, February 10, 1:00 pm -2:00 pm

This workshop offers cutting-edge techniques to elevate your email game. Dive into effective writing strategies, inbox management, mastering email etiquette, and utilizing tools like ChatGPT to revolutionize your messaging. Unpack actionable insights on crafting clear, compelling emails that drive results. Learn to harness the power of ChatGPT in refining your email structure and composition. This session is not just about writing — it’s about optimizing your email communication from start to finish as well as your email management.

Workshop Takeaways:

• Master the art of composing clear and impactful emails.

• Harness AI tools, like ChatGPT, to enhance email content.

• Strategies for a clutter-free inbox and efficient message organization.

• Techniques to track and manage pending emails.

• Essential etiquette for effective email communication.

Project Management 1, session 1 of 3

online: Wednesday, February 11, 8:30 am- 12:30 pm

This is a 3 session course. You must attend all 3 sessions to get credit for the course.

This engaging three-part series offers a practical and scalable approach to managing projects from initiation through completion. Facilitated by Raj Kapur, a trusted advisor to UCOP, UC Davis, UCSF, UC Davis Health, and other UC organizations, participants will learn to apply the Project Process Architecture (PPA)™, a proven and adaptable project management methodology. Throughout the program, participants use a comprehensive methodology toolkit that serves as both a learning guide and an on-the-job resource. The sessions focus on real-world application, hands-on exercises, and collaborative learning to ensure concepts are immediately transferable to the workplace. This series is designed for professionals who want to build practical project management capabilities, lead with confidence, and deliver results in complex work environments. Participants will gain tools and strategies to:

Plan, execute, and lead projects with clarity and confidence
Navigate each phase of the project lifecycle
Build strong teams, manage upward, and enhance professional presence

Session 1: Establishing Project Foundations This session emphasizes the importance of creating a shared understanding at the outset of a project. Participants will develop a project charter, the key decision document that authorizes the project and formalizes the project manager’s role.

Session 2: Planning with Precision (2/ 18/26) This session focuses on building a professional-grade project plan and developing accurate estimates that support execution.

Session 3: Scheduling, Tracking, and Leading (2/25/26) In this session, participants learn how to transform the project plan into a detailed schedule, monitor progress, and lead project teams effectively.

UCOP Box Advanced

online: Thursday, February 12, 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm

Want to know how to securely store sensitive data in Box? Interested in how to get data into Box via email or URL? Sign up for this advanced Box class and we will cover a wide range of topics including setting up alerts to monitor folders and using Box groups to manage department collaborations.

ME@UCOP: Managing in the Modern Workplace Session 1 of 2 (Remote)

online: Thursday, February 19, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Managing in the Modern Workplace: In this session, we will discuss UCOP processes and strategies that support building inclusive and engaged teams. Topics include: -Managing remote and hybrid teams, People Development, and Fostering Community and Belonging as a Manager. This is a full day course offered either in-person or remote. We highly encourage managers to attend in-person. This is part of the Manager Essentials at UCOP (ME@UCOP). It is required for all people new to a management or supervisory positions at UCOP since 2020 (internal promotions and external hires). All experienced managers are welcome to attend.

You must attend both sessions. Second session is Friday, February 20, 9 AM- 12PM

There is an in person version available in April. Use same link to register.

UCOP Creating Accessible Documents 1: MS Office

online: Thursday, February 19, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Digital accessibility is about ensuring users with disabilities can easily access and engage with any digital content. In this course, you will learn the principles of digital accessibility, how to generate accessible Microsoft Office Documents and how to export these to PDF. This is the first course in the series and a prerequisite for UCOP Creating Accessible Documents 2: PDFs.

21 Practices for Happiness and Accomplishment @Work

online: Tuesday, February 24, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Presented by People-OnTheGo, The “21 Practices for Happiness and Accomplishment @Work” workshop is designed to help participants develop and practice mindfulness, emotional intelligence, growth mindset, and productivity skills that are crucial in today’s workplace. Participants focus on behavioral changes and initiative-taking, while at the same time paying attention to self-care, stress reduction, fostering enjoyment, and self-fulfillment. The workshop consists of a blend of short presentations, brief individual and group interactive exercises, and exposure to a variety of mindfulness practices.

Key takeaways

A better understanding of mindfulness.
Insight into how emotional intelligence can help improve working relationships and collaboration with stakeholders at all levels.
Strategies, tools, and techniques for managing distractions and staying focused as well as effectively managing competing demands when they arise.
Guidance on paying attention to self-care.
An in-depth knowledge of The Perfect 15-Minute Day Method and how to use the accompanying Hello Mindful App and/or paper journal to implement all these techniques and strategies on a daily basis.

Connections in a Hybrid World

online: Wednesday, February 25, 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm

Today more than ever it is important to be strategic about connecting with others, building relationships, and expanding your network. Join us for this interactive workshop to explore the current realities of working in a hybrid environment and discuss tangible actions you can take to build authentic relationships in the workplace. The session will highlight the importance of emotional intelligence in building your social capital to leverage connections and accomplish more at work.

GROWing Your Check In Conversations for Managers

online: Thursday, February 26, 10 am - 12 pm

This workshop is the first session of a two-part series required for managers and supervisors. GROW is a popular conversation framework used around the world for problem solving, goal setting and performance improvement. This interactive session provides managers the opportunity to discuss and practice using GROW framework as a strategy and tool to support engaging employee-manager conversations.

People Leader Forum: STEP Tips and Support

on lune: Friday, February 27, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

The People Leader Forum is a monthly opportunity for people managers to connect with one another to develop leadership skills, build community, share best practices, swap strategies for navigating current challenges and learn to better support themselves and their teams. The 2026 PLF schedule is up.

2/27: STEP Tips and Support: In this session, will share strategies for managers to navigate the STEP process with practical strategies to make performance reviews more meaningful. We will share tips to streamline the process so that time is spent on impactful conversations.. We will have time for questions, discussion, and personalized support.
3/20: Managing Representing Employees (Extended session 1-2:30 pm)
4/24: Talent Insight process – Uncovering potential, planning for the future!
5/29: Employee Relations 101
6/26: Supporting Employees Navigate Change & Transition

Additional Classes

People Leader Forum: Delegation

online: Friday, January 30, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Register for People Leader Forum: Delegation on Friday, January 30

1/30: Delegation: Delegation is both an art and a science. It requires knowledge of the work and the people doing it, belief in the skills of your team, and clear expectations and success metrics. When delegation is done well, it pays off: more engaged employees, less burnout for managers, and higher trust all around. Come join us as we explore the PACE model for successful delegation!
2/27: STEP Tips and Support
3/20: Managing Representing Employees (Extended session 1-2:30 pm)
4/24: Talent Insight process – Uncovering potential, planning for the future!
5/29: Employee Relations 101

UCOP Creating Accessible Documents 1: MS Office

online: Thursday, February 19, 1-2:30 pm Register for UCOP Creating Accessible Documents 1: MS Office on Thursday, February 19

Digital accessibility is about ensuring users with disabilities can easily access and engage with any digital content. In this course, you will learn the principles of digital accessibility, how to generate accessible Microsoft Office Documents and how to export these to PDF. This is the first course in the series and a prerequisite for UCOP Creating Accessible Documents 2: PDFs.

Using the UC Learning Center

Registration: Log in to the UC Learning Center using your UCOP login and password. In the Search box on the left, enter the name of the class you want. Select the session you want, then select the Register box and Submit.

Cancellation: You can cancel your registration through the UC Learning Center. We ask that you cancel 48 hours before the scheduled class time so that others may sign up, or contact the Learning & Development Team.

If you require any assistance or accommodation with finding, registering or attending a class please email the Learning & Development Team.