November is National Career Development Month
UCSB is excited to present a series of "Career Catalysts" designed to empower you to take charge of your professional journey.
Unlock Your Potential with LinkedIn Learning
As a UCSB employee, you have free access to LinkedIn Learning, a premier platform for learning business, tech and creative skills. Join our 3-part virtual series to learn how to leverage it for your own development. Register here for 1, 2, or all 3 labs!
Lab 1: Getting Started: Activation & The Basics
- Friday, November 7, 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
- Discover the full library of trainings, connect your LinkedIn Profile and sign in.
Lab 2: The Future of Practice: AI Coaching and Roleplay
- Friday, November 14, 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
- Practice high-stakes conversations with AI-powered roleplay.
Lab 3: Pinpoint Your Next Move: Skill Gaps and Career Goal-Setting
- Friday, November 21, 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
- Identify skill gaps and set career goals.
Forge Your Future: Navigating Career Growth at UCSB
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion featuring UCSB employees who will share their diverse experiences and strategies for navigating career growth within the UC system. Learn from their journeys and gain insights on how to unlock your own potential.
Register here for the Forge Your Future virtual event.
- Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
- Time: 12:10 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Development Resources At Your Fingertips
Take advantage of the following free resources to outline your career path, enhance your skills, and deepen your understanding in a variety of disciplines and topics.
My UC Career
Create an action plan for your career, explore self- assessments, and learn new skills in this online development portal.
Professional Skills and Career Development
Courses offered through the UC Office of the President to build skills to increase effectiveness and enhance abilities to be successful in our ever-evolving workplace.
Digital Resources Toolkit
Gain valuable insights on your career direction and access tools to prepare for your next role.
Iris Photo Booth
Update your headshot with this self-service photo booth!
Supervisory Certificate Program
Build leadership skills, increase awareness of campus policies and procedures, and deepen your ability to foster a positive work environment. Managers and non-managers are welcome.
LinkedIn Learning
Access an online library of video courses on business, technology, and creative skills, as well as AI coaching and goal-setting tools.
More resources and events will be announced throughout the month! Stay tuned for additional opportunities to support your career development at UCSB.