CDP Program Overview
Fall 2009—Winter 2012
Study time
If you are in class 4 hours each week then you need to prepare to spend 4-8 hours each week reading, studying, and preparing for class. For additional information on studying, please visit these Web sites:
Facilitated Discussion Group
A bi-weekly discussion group will be facilitated by the HR liaison to build the cohort, provide time for support and sharing ideas, study strategies, and success stories for applying CDP material on the job.
Commitment
To be successful in this program, class attendance is required. To receive the maximum benefit of this program, class participation and prior preparation are expected. Classes will be scheduled between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM and Monday through Friday. However, please be prepared to spend time on team presentations and projects outside of traditional business hours. Individual team members will be expected to fully participate and complete their assigned work.
Timeline
The program consists of ten classes completed in ten consecutive quarters. This is equal to one class each quarter including one class for two consecutive summers for a total of two-and-a-half years.
Program Benefits
The combination of working with your colleagues and the increased skill and knowledge from class time, reading, and studying will produce a plethora of program benefits. Program benefits start with increased skills and knowledge to enhance your current responsibilities as well as being better prepared to apply for other posted positions on campus. The benefit of attending class with your peers in the cohort portion of the program will be further enhanced with time in the classroom with traditional students—the best of both worlds for jobs in academia!
Program Prestige
The successful completion of this program reflects commitment to excellence, professional development, and being the best that you can be. As an employee within an institution of higher education, this program will provide participants with tangible rewards (a professional certificate) and intangible rewards (skills and knowledge). Rewards include documented proof of your dedication, hard work and initiative; an increased ability to meet new job requirements and opportunities; and better prepared to apply for new positions.
For more information please contact Teri Combs at 593-1617 or combst@ohio.edu.
