Professional Development
Our goal is to offer the University staff and faculty an opportunity for continual growth.
Invest in Your Growth
At the University of Mississippi, we are committed to helping you enhance both your professional and personal skills. Our seminars and workshops cover a wide range of topics designed to empower employees at all levels. Whether you're looking to improve your self-management, step into leadership or gain new perspectives, our programs provide practical tools and insights for growth.
Explore the current course schedule below, and register today to take the next step in your development. Be sure to check back often for updated sessions!
Current Course Series
'Welcome Home' New Employee Orientation
Our orientation program offers new employees the chance to connect with University leadership, learn about our rich history, and discover what makes the University special. This program provides an introduction to the University’s mission, vision and culture, with a unique focus on the connection between Ole Miss Athletics and the broader community.
LEAD Series
LEAD: Lead Yourself
This one-day program is designed to help employees enhance their self-management skills, which are essential for improving work performance. It is highly recommended for all non-supervisory employees and focuses on both personal development and professional growth.
Previous topics in this series have included:
- Time and Energy Management
- Dealing with Difficult People
- Accountability and Motivation
- Effective Communication
LEAD: Lead Your Team
This program is tailored for supervisors and managers to develop the skills needed to effectively lead teams at the University of Mississippi. Whether you're a new manager or seeking to refine your leadership abilities, this course provides the essential tools for supervising with confidence and professionalism.
Previous topics in this series have included:
- From Worker to Manager
- Best Practices for Job Searches
- Behavioral-Based Interviewing
- Effective Feedback and Performance Partnerships
We are currently updating our LEAD series to bring you fresh and relevant content. This program is for all leaders, not just those new to their roles. Stay tuned for more details!
| Date | Title | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| 06 Apr 26 | Workday: Create and Manage Job Requisitions for Student Hiring – Unlock the essentials of recruiting in Workday with this hands-on training designed for employees who create and manage student hiring and job requisitions. In this session, you'll learn how to build and edit requisitions confidently. This course equips you with the tools needed to support efficient, accurate hiring across campus. | Sign Up |
| 08 Apr 26 | Workday: Hiring & Personnel Transactions (All-in-One Session) – This 2.5-hour Workday training provides a comprehensive overview of key hiring and personnel transactions within the HCM Core domain. Designed for department Unit Initiators, the session combines foundational and advanced processes into one streamlined experience. Participants will engage in interactive exercises covering the full employee lifecycle in Workday, including hiring from recruitment, onboarding, and terminations, as well as job changes, extending jobs, and managing additional job assignments. The course also introduces compensation-related processes, including managing period activity pay and academic appointments.Job Aids Covered:Hiring, No Show Terminations, Submit Resignation, Add Additional Job, End Additional Job, Switch Primary Job, Change Job, Manage Period Activity Pay | Sign Up |
| 13 Apr 26 | Workday: Create and Manage Job Requisitions for Staff Hires – Unlock the essentials of recruiting in Workday with this hands-on training designed for employees who create and manage staff job requisitions. In this session, you'll learn how to build and edit requisitions confidently. This course equips you with the tools needed to support efficient, accurate hiring across campus. | Sign Up |
| 15 Apr 26 | Workday: Hiring & Personnel Transactions (All-in-One Session) – This 2.5-hour Workday training provides a comprehensive overview of key hiring and personnel transactions within the HCM Core domain. Designed for department Unit Initiators, the session combines foundational and advanced processes into one streamlined experience. Participants will engage in interactive exercises covering the full employee lifecycle in Workday, including hiring from recruitment, onboarding, and terminations, as well as job changes, extending jobs, and managing additional job assignments. The course also introduces compensation-related processes, including managing period activity pay and academic appointments.Job Aids Covered:Hiring, No Show Terminations, Submit Resignation, Add Additional Job, End Additional Job, Switch Primary Job, Change Job, Manage Period Activity Pay | Sign Up |
| 22 Apr 26 | Workday: Create and Manage Job Requisitions for Faculty Hires – Unlock the essentials of recruiting in Workday with this hands-on training designed for employees who create and manage faculty job requisitions. In this session, you'll learn how to build and edit requisitions confidently. This course equips you with the tools needed to support efficient, accurate hiring across campus. | Sign Up |
Contact Human Resources
Whether you have a question or need assistance, the Department of Human Resources is here to help. Explore resources available in Workday, including Help Articles & Workday Assistant.
Need Further Support?
Submit a case directly in Workday. Hover over Personal (in the left-side menu) > Select Help > Select Create Case.
You can also reach out to your Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), who is here to support you across key areas, including Workday, Recruiting, and People Relations.