Professional Development

Talent Development supports the professional development of ASU’s faculty and staff, from onboarding to training and recognition through retirement.

We offer a variety of resources at each career level. 

Every benefits-eligible ASU employee qualifies for up to 24 hours of professional development training annually. TD programs help employees learn new skills, tools and approaches to thrive in their careers. Review the Professional Development Opportunities policy for more information.

Services

Workday Learning 

ASU employees can access more than 14,000 online and in-person ASU and LinkedIn Learning courses via Workday Learning for mandatory job training and professional development. 

Custom professional development 

We consult with teams to provide custom professional development workshops based on staffing availability. We also coach individuals and teams using assessments such as DISC® and 360 feedback. Fees may apply for some assessments. 

Emerging Supervisor Pathway 

This self-paced, semester-long training helps interested employees with no supervisory experience learn how to become supervisors. Participants learn foundational ASU knowledge, practical skills and resources to prepare them for a supervisor role. 

Engagement and appreciation 

Our programs promote and celebrate excellence, innovation, continuous improvement, creative expression, peer recognition, collaboration across departments and disciplines, use-inspired outcomes and community spirit. 

Mastering Leadership 

We help leaders build mastery of their leadership through insights, 1:1 coaching, peer learning in workshops, and applied practice. Participants learn strategies from diverse ASU leaders to help them navigate the organizational culture and advance bold initiatives. 

New Employee Orientation 

Learn about working at the New American University and your benefits on your orientation day. NEO is for newly benefits-eligible and current employees who work 20 hours or more per week for 90 days or longer. You can view the schedule of available sessions in Workday Learning.

Retirement 

Individuals retiring with five or more years of continuous service to ASU may receive a retirement certificate. Departments may obtain a retirement certificate and holder through ASU Print Online.

Supervisor Development Program 

Individuals who are promoted or hired into a supervisory role learn about university policies and procedures, self-awareness, personal work style and management strategies that foster collaborative engagement and performance. 

Contact our office for training requests or inquiries about our programs.