Only newly hired, promoted, or appointed people leaders (as of October 30, 2024) are required to complete the five Leading @Tech Foundational Courses. While participation is not mandatory for others, it is highly encouraged for those in leadership roles to strengthen their skills and align with Georgia Tech’s Leader Competency Model. All courses in the Leading @Tech catalog are open-enrollment for all leaders.

The five mandatory courses for newly hired, promoted, or appointed people leaders are:

• Leading with Excellence
• Managing Talent
• Interviewing @Tech
• Performance Management @Tech
• Leave Policies & Workplace Accommodations

While the program is designed for people leaders, anyone is welcome to enroll in these courses. Leaders at various levels—including middle managers, senior leaders, supervisors, and even individual contributors—can register and access courses through the Leading @Tech general catalog.

The application and nomination process for the Leading @Tech Applied Leadership Cohort will be announced in Fall 2025. More details will be shared as the program launch approaches.

You can align a performance goal with the Leading @Tech program by integrating leadership development goals into your online performance review process. Here are some ways to do so:

• Create a SMART goal for career development. For example:
  “By the end of the performance period, I will complete three leadership courses from the Leading @Tech catalog and apply at least one strategy from each course to improve team collaboration and decision-making.”
• Enroll in a Leading @Tech Certificate Path for a tailored learning experience that aligns with your specific leadership development goals.
• Commit to completing a set number of courses from the Leading @Tech course catalog within the performance period to build key leadership competencies.
• Set a goal to be accepted into the Leading @Tech Cohort experience (launching in 2026) as a milestone in your leadership journey.
  Since all courses in the Leading @Tech program align with Georgia Tech’s Leader Competency Model, each course helps enhance essential leadership skills and competencies, making them a valuable part of your professional growth.

To request an information session or propose a new course, please contact Sarah Cockrell, Director – Employee Development & Culture (GT Learning & Development).

Faculty roles inherently involve leadership, whether through mentoring students, leading research teams, or collaborating with colleagues. This program strengthens skills in communication, conflict resolution, and team management to enhance effectiveness in these roles.

The program is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing faculty to balance leadership development with their teaching, research, and service commitments. Content is available in multiple formats, including classroom, virtual, and self-paced eLearning options.

No, new faculty leaders will be assigned the faculty course versions. Training assignments will be managed through the LMS.

While the training itself is not a formal evaluation requirement, applying the skills learned can positively impact leadership effectiveness, which may be reflected in faculty performance reviews.

The program provides leadership training in areas such as communication, talent management, and conflict resolution. It aligns with Georgia Tech’s leadership competencies to support professional growth.

The program’s learning categories provide a well-rounded leadership foundation:

By developing leadership skills, this training prepares staff for career advancement opportunities and enhances their ability to manage teams effectively. It also supports Georgia Tech’s mission by fostering strong leadership at all levels. One of Georgia Tech’s Leader Competencies, “Develops Self and Others,” emphasizes continuous growth. By engaging in these courses, you invest in your own development while strengthening leadership within the organization.

While not mandatory for performance evaluations, completing the training supports key competencies—Acts Strategically, Demonstrates Inclusivity, Exhibits Social Intelligence, and Develops Self and Others—which are evaluated in staff reviews.

The training is designed around Georgia Tech’s four core leadership competencies:

• Acts Strategically
• Demonstrates Inclusivity
• Exhibits Social Intelligence
• Develops Self and Others

Leadership skills are universal and essential for success in research and beyond. Georgia Tech’s Leader Competency model applies to all leaders across the GT community, including GTRI research faculty and staff, who often lead teams, manage projects, and oversee research.

The Leading @Tech program provides practical skills in team management, communication, and decision-making, with several custom-designed courses under “Management Practices” tailored specifically to the GTRI experience.

The program is designed to be flexible, offering classroom, virtual, eLearning, and microlearning options. Participants can complete the training at their own pace, allowing them to integrate leadership development with their research responsibilities.

Yes, GTRI employees can track their leadership development progress through StarTrak, where they can log completed courses as part of their Professional Development Plan for annual reviews.

GTRI has provided a charge number for Leadership Development, allowing newly hired or newly promoted research faculty leaders to allocate time for completing the training without disrupting project funding. Please email us at gtritraining.ask@gatech.edu for assistance.