Director of Learning
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Directors of learning are responsible for the overall direction and management of learning and development programs within an organization. They work closely with other members of the leadership team to ensure that learning and development programs are aligned with the organization’s strategic goals. They also work with subject matter experts to develop and deliver learning content, and they track and evaluate the effectiveness of learning and development programs.
What Directors of Learning Do
Directors of learning typically have the following responsibilities:
- Develop and implement learning and development strategies
- Work with subject matter experts to develop and deliver learning content
- Track and evaluate the effectiveness of learning and development programs
- Manage the learning and development budget
- Supervise learning and development staff
How to Become a Director of Learning
There are a number of different paths to becoming a director of learning. Some directors of learning have a background in education, while others have a background in human resources or organizational development. Many directors of learning also have a master’s degree in education, human resources, or organizational development.
In addition to formal education, directors of learning typically have several years of experience in learning and development. This experience may include working as a learning and development manager, a training manager, or an instructional designer.
What Skills Directors of Learning Need
Directors of learning need a strong understanding of learning and development principles and practices. They also need to be able to effectively communicate and collaborate with others, and they need to be able to manage a team of learning and development professionals.
Some of the specific skills that directors of learning need include:
