HR Foundations for Managers

HR Foundations for Managers are a series of learning modules intended to build awareness and a deeper understanding of how to navigate Human Resources-related processes, procedures, and policies at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ.

These modules are designed to provide insight and guidance, showcasing the information and support available for the HR processes managers are accountable for in support of their teams.

Presented by Human Resources and Organizational and Human Development, HR Foundations for Managers is an interactive, learning and development experience in three parts:

Part I: Leading across the employee lifecycle

  • Welcome to management at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ
  • Leading the values of the University
  • Get to know Human Resources
  • The University policies you need to know
  • Leading across the employee lifecycle
  • Hiring at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ
    • Employee mobility
    • Onboarding and probation
    • Organizational change
    • End of employment
  • HR supports for managers
  • Ask the HR expertsÌý– live Q&A featuring Talent Acquisition, HR Partners, and Workforce Planning

Part II: Leading team performance and development

  • Creating a culture of accountability and feedback
  • Policy 18: Managing employee and team performance
  • Managing challenging performance scenarios (facilitated breakout room)
  • People and team development opportunities
  • HR supports for managers
  • Ask the HR Team – live Q&A featuring HR Partners, Organizational and Human Development

Part III: Managing leaves, absences and accommodations

  • Understanding time off and vacation (Workday)
  • Understanding and navigating types of absences
  • Understanding and navigating types of leaves
  • Accessibility and accommodations
  • Leading the well-being of your team
  • Internal and external resources and supports
  • Ask the expertsÌý– live Q&A featuring the HR Benefits, Disability Management, and Employee Health and Accommodations teams

These modules will be offered each term - dates will be added on a rolling basis.

(please note: registration closes one week before the event).

HR Foundations for Managers strives to enable managers to:

  • Be able to address HR matters proactively and responsibly
  • Be equipped with knowledge and information to manage HR-related topics with your team
  • Gain a management perspective on University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ policies and procedures
  • Be aware of the resources and tools available to support you
  • Have confidence as you support your people, departmental interests, and organizational goals

Manager Onboarding Learning Pathway

In addition to participating in HR Foundations for Managers, new managers are encouraged to participate in the other components of the Manager Onboarding learning opportunities.

Manager Onboarding Learning Opportunities

  • ²Ñ²¹²Ô»å²¹³Ù´Ç°ù²âÌýSupervisor OrientationÌý(Online - Safety Office)Ìý
  • Staff OrientationÌý– if you’re new to the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, join your peers to enhance your knowledge of the University’s history, culture, structure, reach and strategic priorities.

Looking for other learning and support for managers?

ÌýQuestions aboutÌýHR Foundations for ManagersÌýcan be directed toÌýohd@uwaterloo.ca.