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The University of Ottawa’s Professional Development Institute (PDI), a cornerstone of our commitment to lifelong learning. Through innovative programs and partnerships, PDI empowers professionals to navigate complexity and lead with purpose. As one of the few university-integrated institutes of its kind in Canada, PDI connects professional training with academic programs, leveraging our research strengths to foster lifelong learning, innovation, and global collaboration.
– Jacques Beauvais, Provost and Vice-President, Academic Affairs
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The University of Ottawa Professional Development Institute (uOttawa PDI) has been in the business of providing recognized career learning for over 40 years. Tens of thousands of decision makers and professionals at all levels in the public service and the private sector benefit from courses, programs and events to advance their knowledge and expertise. uOttawa PDI’s experienced instructors are content and industry experts in their field and are trained to meet the specific needs of adult learners.
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Busy professionals keep their edge by regularly upgrading their knowledge, keeping up with the latest in best practices and adding new skills. Browse uOttawa PDI's latest news section.
New Course! AI-Driven Strategy for Modern Leadership Learn More
AI-Driven Strategy for Modern Leadership
Transform an AI Scramble Into an AI Strategy With Effective Skills Training Read more
Event | June 9, 2026 PDI Spotlight Series Strategic Thinking Learn More
Strategic Thinking
Event - August 11, 2026 The Resilient Leader: Skills and Strategies for Leading Through Uncertainty Learn more
The Resilient Leader: Skills and Strategies for Leading Through Uncertainty
New Course! AI for Marketing Strategy & Communications Learn More
AI for Marketing Strategy & Communications
Event | October 8, 2026 Defence Industry Day Learn more
Defence Industry Day
uOttawa PDI offers educational opportunities in a wide range of topics including information and cyber security, business communications and marketing, writing skills, project management, national security, business-process improvement, leadership and many more. uOttawa PDI is among the largest bilingual supplier of professional development to government organizations in Ottawa and we are one of the most trusted professional development resources in Canada.
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