UWM proudly offers learning and development opportunities to provide a positive and enriching employee experience. Professional development is offered for all employees, including training specifically for supervisors. Professional development is offered in different formats including live webinars, self-paced e-learning courses, and in-person sessions.
Session descriptions, dates, and times and registration details will be provided here and in campus communications as they are available. We look forward to you joining us!
Online Sessions for all Employees
Employees should discuss any training plans and dates with their supervisor to ensure there is adequate coverage. To the extent that it is possible and practical, supervisors are encouraged to allow their staff to participate in professional development opportunities.
| Session | Date | Time | Register | Recording & Presentation Files |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conflict Management for Employees | June 23, 2026 | 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. | Teams Webinar | Pending |
| Career Transitions | July 15, 2026 | 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. | Teams Webinar | Pending |
| Managing Up: Building Effective Partnerships with Your Manager | August 5, 2026 | 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. | Teams Webinar | Pending |
| How to Take the Edge Off Giving Feedback | August 12, 2026 | 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. | Teams Webinar | Pending |
Online Sessions for Supervisors
UWM requires all individuals new to supervision at UWM to complete supervisor training within two years of hire. Currently, trainings that meet this requirement include the UW’s Principles of Supervision and Management training or UWM’s HR-Sponsored Professional Development Sessions for Supervisors. The listed sessions all contribute to the supervisory training requirement.
Additional information can be found in:
| Session | Date | Time | Register | Recording & Presentation Files |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conflict Management for Managers | June 25, 2026 | 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. | Teams Webinar | Pending |
| You’re Promoted! The New Manager | July 23, 2026 | 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. | Teams Webinar | Pending |
| Compassionate Leadership | New Date: August 19, 2026 | New Time: 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. | Teams Webinar | Pending |
| Effective Performance Appraisals | September 17, 2026 | 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. | Teams Webinar | Pending |
Supervisor Sessions Training Library
A selection of recent supervisor session recordings and materials are provided for on-demand learning and review.
| Session | Date | Time | Recording & Presentation Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| Successfully Navigating Ethical Issues | January 14, 2026 | 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. | Presentation Materials |
| Productive Performance Management | February 12, 2026 | 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. | Presentation Materials |
| Understanding the Employee Disciplinary Process | March 10, 2026 | 10:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. | Presentation Materials |
| Navigating the Complexity of the FMLA and ADA | April 14, 2026 | 10:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. | Presentation Materials |