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Training & Organizational Development Office
The mission of the Training & Organizational Development Office at Saint Joseph's University is to be a channel of learning and professional development for faculty and staff in support of the University's strategic planning objectives.  The University is committed to the personal and professional development of each employee.  Upholding Saint Joseph University's mission of love of learning and of the highest intellectual and professional achievement, we hope to provide continuous opportunities to grow, learn and develop together as a community.

The Office is located in Regis Hall.  You can reach Karin Botto, Manager of Training & Organizational Development at 610-660-1258 or Training@sju.edu

Services

The Training & Organizational Development Office is designed to assist you in a number of ways to help you and your department reach your highest potential.  Below are programs to help you and your team grow and learn:

SJU Leadership Development Program

The Leadership Development Program is an 18-month program designed to cultivate leadership skills among Saint Joseph's employees.  Participants will dialogue with a group about leadership issues, learn about University dynamics and explore personal characteristics regarding leadership styles. For more information, call 610-660-1258.

SJU Management Training Program

The SJU Management Training Program is designed to educate employees on key management topics related to our mission, diversity, planning and budgeting, employee performance, legal issues and managing change. Individuals who complete a series of six workshops in two years will receive the certificate of participation.  Learn more about this program!

Campus Workshop Series for Faculty & Staff

Training topics range from Understanding Jesuit History & Values and Managing Conflict at Work to Business Communications and Recharging Your Spiritual Battery.  Seminars are designed to introduce you to new skills and techniques that will actually make doing your work easier or faster and your personal time more enjoyable.  You will also have the opportunity to interact with other members of the community in this rich learning environment. Is there a topic you would like facilitated for the campus community?  Email your ideas to Training@sju.edu.

Previous Workshop Series

2007 Workshop Series
2006 Workshop Series
2005 Workshop Series
2004 Workshop Series
2003 Workshop Series
2002 Workshop Series

Custom Designed Programs

Sessions can be custom-designed to meet the learning needs of your department or working group.  Topics include but are not limited to: Customer Service, Team Building, Using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator for Improved Teamwork, Creative Problem Solving, Communication, Time Management and Stress Management.  To request a custom-designed program, email Training@sju.edu.

Planning Retreats

Need assistance planning your next departmental retreat?  For assistance with either design or facilitation email Training@sju.edu.

Consultation or Coaching

Individuals and managers can contact the office for consultation and coaching.

Information Technology Training Workshops

Information Technology provides hands-on computer workshops for Saint Joseph's University faculty and staff. All classes are held in the Training Facility located in BL35 on the lower level of the Barbelin building.  For more information, visit the http://www.sju.edu/infotech/training/.