Manager Development Program

Description

For public service managers, managing people and performance includes ensuring that their employees are engaged and highly productive in serving the interests of Canadians. The Manager Development Program (MDP) is an important step in the learning path for new managers, offering valuable insights into the roles and accountabilities of managers in the federal public service, and the expectations placed upon them. Participants will develop the self-awareness and communication skills needed to succeed in their management role and thrive as a new team leader.

The in-person classroom edition of the Manager Development Program has been suspended as of March 2020 and the program is now being offered virtually only as the Manager Development Program: Virtual Edition.

For registered participants who began the in-person edition, but who were not able to complete Phase 4 in the classroom before March 2020

This path will no longer be available as of December 31, 2023 and course LPL139 will be archived. Any questions can be directed to the Client Contact Centre.

Registered participants who began the in-person edition, but who were not able to complete Phase 4 (G415) in the classroom before March 2020, must complete the following program path instead:

Once these courses have been completed, they will be registered as an equivalent to Phase 4 (LPL128) and a certification path will be completed.

For registered participants who began the in-person edition, but who were not able to complete Phase 3 online and Phase 4 in the classroom before March 2020

Registered participants who began the in-person edition, but who were not able to complete Phase 3 (G414) online and Phase 4 (G415) in the classroom before March 2020, must complete the following program path instead. This exception certification path applies only to registered participants who successfully completed up to Phase 2 (G413).

Acknowledgements

The Manager Development Program's design and structure were largely inspired by a collaborative partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency and are supported by the National Managers' Community. The Privy Council Office also provided valuable input. Your ongoing feedback is key in ensuring that the program continues to evolve and remain relevant for your community, and to ensure that it meets your needs as you transition to your new role as a manager in the Public Service of Canada.

How to register

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the School has had to suspend the classroom sessions of the Manager Development Program (MDP) effective March 16, 2020. They will not be offered until further notice. The School is offering a brand new virtual learning path for this program: the Manager Development Program: Virtual Edition.