New Manager Orientation

This 30-minute, comprehensive orientation is designed specifically for new people leaders on our campus, equipping them with the essential tools, resources, and support that they need to excel in their roles. Whether you're just starting out or seeking tools that will assist you in refining your leadership approach, this resource serves as a practical guide and actionable checklist that empowers all people leaders to succeed. Accessible and easy to revisit, it ensures you have everything you need to lead with confidence and impact.

Who Will Benefit from Exploring this Resource

This orientation has been created with the needs of those who manage staff in mind. While not a training/skill-building course, the New Manager Orientation is instead a checklist and guide, showcasing all of the tools, resources, training, and support available to people leaders on our campus. We encourage all new people leaders to complete the orientation within their first month of employment, and all people leaders to revisit the orientation as often as needed, as questions arise in their daily work.

Topics Covered

Where do I get started? New Manager Checklist
What are the key People & Organization Development resources?
How do I access training, and what is required?
What is the Berkeley People Management Series and Certificate Program?
What access do I have to organization development consulting?
How do I get feedback on my leadership?
What networks, key meetings, and newsletters should I access?
What key toolkits and resources do I need to know about as a leader?
How do I learn about campus systems, processes, and policies?
What resources are available for those transitions into manager roles?
What offerings are available for the people I lead?

Frequently Asked Questions

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How long is the orientation?

Front to back, the orientation takes about 30 minutes to watch. By using the companion guide, you can dig deeper into any of the areas that are most interesting to you. And remember, we encourage you to come back as often as needed to be reminded of the resources available to you as questions arise.

Is this different from BPM Part 1, Grow Today?

Yes, BPM Part 1, Grow Today is a mandatory training required of all UC Berkeley people leaders. This is an orientation, showcasing all of the tools, resources, training and support available to people leaders on our campus. Think of this not as a skills development workshop, but instead as an awareness builder of what's out there to support you.

I'm not a new people leader on campus; can I still benefit from viewing the orientation?

You can! Even seasoned people leaders may not be aware of all of the resources and services available through our campus People & Organization Development team. Please use this as a starting point anytime you'd like a refresher on the support we, and other campus units, provide.

Is this resource appropriate for use by faculty who also manage staff?

The topics covered in the orientation are useful for anyone who manages staff here at UC Berkeley.

How often do I need to view the New Manager Orientation?

While we think it's important for all new people leaders to view the orientation in its entirety within the first month of accepting their role, we hope you will come back whenever you have a question about the support and resources available to you. You're not in this alone; we're here to help!

How else can I learn more about the services offered by the People & Organization Development team?

Visit our GROW page
Watch our People & Organization Development Programs & Resources Overview (18 min watch)
Read our This is People & Organization Development (POD) product and services catalog (10 min read)

New Manager Orientation