Development programs

The School offers a selection of comprehensive development programs that support public servants at all levels and across disciplines and departments, and which lay the groundwork for a common public service culture based on shared values, ethics and priorities.

Career development

Program	Description
Aspiring Directors Program	This program is a guided development activity for identified candidates to reflect on the competencies that are critical to the success of executives in the federal public service.
Authority Delegation Training Program	This program provides the essential information needed for managers and executives to successfully obtain and execute their delegated authorities in the areas of human resources, finance and procurement.
Executive Leadership Development Program for EX-01 to EX-03	This program gives senior public servants an opportunity to deepen their leadership role in enabling innovation, fostering collaboration and delivering results for Canadians.
Executive Leadership Development Program for EX-04 and EX-05	This program is a unique opportunity for participants to deepen their personal leadership in a trusted and well-integrated community of their peers.
Manager Development Program New	This program provides new managers with valuable insights into their roles and accountabilities and how to grow as leaders in a rapidly evolving public service landscape.
Manager Development Program: Virtual Edition	This program is sunsetting and no longer accepting registrations. This program is an important step in the learning path for new managers, offering valuable insights into the roles and accountabilities of managers in the federal public service, and the expectations placed upon them.
New Directors Program	This program provides an opportunity for new executives to better understand their role as a director within the Government of Canada and acquire the skills needed to effectively lead in today's work environment.
Supervisor Development Program: Virtual Edition	This program is sunsetting and no longer accepting registrations. This program offers a practical, hands-on approach to learning the core functions of the supervisory role and key concepts such as leadership, communication, delegation and engagement—all with an emphasis on people management.

Collaborative

Program	Description
CSPS Digital Accelerator Program	The CSPS Digital Accelerator Program is a transformative learning experience that helps established teams transition to new digital ways of working together.
Geopolitics and National Security Development Program for Executives (LPL144)New	This program offers a unique and valuable opportunity for federal government executives in the EX group or equivalent to deepen their understanding of contemporary global issues that shape the context in which they operate.
Programme Cercle des jeunes leaders fédéral-provincial	This program brings together executives from the Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec to explore the realities of senior level leadership positions, federal-provincial relations, and how to effectively tackle challenges facing both levels of government.