Managing Learning Programs

How can I ensure buy-in from key stakeholders for my learning program? What questions should I answer to help create a vision for my program? And how can I decide which learning approach to use in my learning program? Managing Learning Programs Step by Step provides the tools and information to give learning professionals a road map to create or re-energize their learning program.

In this issue of TD at Work, you will learn how to:

• Create a vision and secure buy-in for your learning program.
• Identify roles and resources to help you deliver on your program.
• Prioritize program needs and ensure the necessary infrastructure is in place.
• Decide on an approach to learning program measurement and evaluation.

About the Author

Lisa Downs, M.S. Ed., CPLP is the owner of DevelopmentWise Consulting in Redmond, WA, specializing in leadership coaching and consulting. Focusing on technical (STEM) professionals, she works with individuals and organizations to ensure they have the leadership and team performance solutions they need to be successful. Lisa's worked as a learning professional for EMC², The Boeing Company, PEMCO Mutual Insurance, T-Mobile USA, and spent 6 years in the accounting industry.

While a member of the Association for Talent Development (ATD) Board of Directors, Lisa served as the Chair of the National Advisors for Chapters Committee in 2013-2014. She is also a past Chair of the ATD Chapter Recognition Committee and a past President of the ATD Puget Sound Chapter. She is the author of three books in the ASTD Trainer’s WorkShop series: Listening Skills Training, Time Management Training, and Negotiation Skills Training.