UBegin
Begin your journey with our comprehensive onboarding and employee welcome program. Learn to navigate the university environment with ease and quickly access the information you need to get started.
UBegin is your gateway to exploring the wide range of programs and resources available to you as you begin your journey here. Through UBegin, you can customize your onboarding program experience, select from available options, and enroll in classes tailored to your needs. We encourage you to take full advantage of this program and to build connections with those you meet along the way.
UBegin is best suited for employees new to the University of Calgary
How to Get Started
Registering for UBegin programs is quick and easy!
Welcome to the University of Calgary. We are grateful you chose to begin your career here and want to support your journey every step of the way. Our UBegin program has valuable onboarding resources to ensure a smooth and successful start. I encourage you to take time to discover and make the most of all the resources available to you.
Sumana Dasgupta
Associate Vice-President (Human Resources)
Required Courses
These courses are mandatory and required for all new employees to complete.
The listed Environment, Health and Safety courses are required by all university employees, supervisors, and managers to complete.
- Occupational Health & Safety Orientation (required for all employees)
- Hazard Assessment Training (required for all employees)
- Harassment and Violence Awareness Training (required for all employees)
- Incident Reporting & Investigation Training (required for all university supervisors and managers, as well as employees who participate in conducting incident investigations)
The listed Cyber Awareness courses will be required by all university employees, supervisors, and managers to complete. More details on these course offerings will be available shortly.
- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- UCalgary Privacy Awareness
The listed Cyber Awareness courses will be required by all university researchers and staff who support research activities to complete. More details on these course offerings will be available shortly.
- Introduction to Research Security
- Cybersecurity for Researchers
Strongly Recommended Courses
These courses developed specifically for new employees will help you become an informed, engaged, and efficient UCalgary employee as quickly as possible.
Welcome to the University of Calgary! As part of UBegin, this half-day session is recommended for all new Support Staff (AUPE), Management & Professional Staff (MaPS)' and Academic Staff. In this session, you will be introduced to the organization, environment and strategic vision of the university. The presentation will also provide an overview of the university's culture and strategic initiatives. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to meet and network with other new colleagues during the session.
For staff that are members of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE), a short presentation will welcome you to the union, provide you with further information, and provide an opportunity to answer any questions you may have.
Intended Audience: New UCalgary Employees
Delivery Mode: In-person or Virtual Synchronous
Time Commitment: 3 hours
This course will introduce learners to the history and content of our Indigenous Strategy, ii' taa'poh'to'p, guiding our way forward 'in a good way' on the path towards reconciliation in response to the 2015 Final Report on Truth and Reconciliation. This course includes the following topics: Territorial Acknowledgement, What Is Reconciliation?, Our Journey, Guiding Principles, Conceptual and Cultural Models, Looking to the Future, and Resources.
Intended audience: All UCalgary Employees
Delivery Mode: Asynchronous
Time Commitment: 1 hour
Respectful conduct is a critical component of developing a healthy, energetic and productive campus community. This workshop focuses on competencies and strategies to enhance the personal and leadership effectiveness of employees and workplace culture. This session is very interactive, practical and supportive.
Intended audience: All UCalgary Employees
Delivery Mode: In-person or Virtual Synchronous
Time Commitment: 3 hours
The introductory level session provides an overview of the diversity of Indigenous people in Canada. The topics covered in this session provide information on terminology related to Indigenous peoples and the concept of reconciliation, explore common misconceptions, and offer an opportunity for participants to learn more about and consider the effects of colonization and the impact of residential schools.
Intended audience: All UCalgary Employees
Delivery Mode: Asynchronous
Time Commitment: 1 hour
Education and awareness are key to staying cybersafe. UCalgary offers the following cybersecurity courses:
This eLearning course offers an introduction to the foundational concepts used at the university that support the administration of HR and Financial processes. The course in an introduction to the foundational concepts of HR and Financial processes including transactions within PeopleSoft. Learn about approval authority, delegation, roles, position management, etc.
Intended audience: Applicable UCalgary employees
Delivery Mode: Asynchronous
Time Commitment: 1 hour
Jump start or enhance your use of the My UCalgary Portal; this course explores the many ways you can use the portal to streamline your work activities.This workshop is best suited for newer employees or for those who would like to learn some tips and tricks on the navigation of the portal.
Intended audience: All UCalgary Employees
Delivery Mode: Asynchronous
Time Commitment: 20 minutes
As a public body, the University of Calgary is subject to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP). This General Awareness course is intended to provide a broad overview of the underlying principles and intent of the FOIP Act with a particular focus on the intersections between FOIP and how we conduct business at the University.
Intended audience: All UCalgary Employees
Delivery Mode: Asynchronous
Time Commitment: 40 minutes
Managerial Offerings and Resources
In addition to the UBegin courses available for all employees, these offerings are designed to enhance skills, foster growth, and support leadership development.
Explore our leadership development programs and resources to refine your skills, build confidence, and deepen your knowledge. From manager toolkits to cohort learning, we’ve got you covered.