Management + Leadership


Return to All Courses


Popular Courses

Learn More

Demonstrating the Impact of Libraries

Make your library’s impact clear, measurable, and impossible to ignore.
Available Now - Register by December 31, 2025
On-Demand Online Course
16 Credit Hours
Recommended for librarians and library administration at public, school, and academic libraries
Available Now - Register by 12/31/25
On-Demand Online Course
16 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

How to Manage Difficult Conversations with Colleagues

Enhance your work relationships and culture by learning how to approach difficult conversations with confidence.
Available Now through December 31, 2025
On-Demand Online Course
8 Credit Hours
This course is intended for aspiring or current managers, or anyone who needs help with difficult conversations.
Available Now through 12/31/25
On-Demand Online Course
8 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

Community Co-Design: How to Collaborate with Your Community

Revolutionize your approach to user-centered services by implementing co-design practices in your library.
Available starting October 27, 2025
On-Demand Online Course
16 Credit Hours
Recommended for program and outreach librarians and other stakeholders involved in creating library programs and services. This course is appropriate for all levels of library staff.
On-Demand beginning 10/25/25
On-Demand Online Course
16 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

Media Training: PR and Communication Skills for Library Leaders

Communicate more effectively with the public and your staff by learning crucial media and public relations skills.
November 11, 2025
Half-Day Online Course
4 Credit Hours
This course is geared toward library leaders, administrators, and experienced managers.
11/11/25
Half-Day Online Course
4 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

How to Advance in Your Library Career

Learn how to build the necessary knowledge and skills to achieve your goals and develop your library career.
December 2-16, 2025
2-Week Online Course + Workshop
10 Credit Hours
Recommended for early-career public librarians.
12/2-12/16/25
2-Week Online Course + Workshop
10 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

Neuroinclusive Management Crash Course (Spring 2026)

Become a better leader by learning how to support your neurodivergent staff.
March 25, 2026
2-Hour Online Crash Course
2 Credit Hours
Recommended for anyone who manages people.
3/25/26
2-Hour Online Crash Course
2 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

Change Management for Libraries (Spring 2026)

Learn change management skills to help support your library's ever-evolving needs.
Materials available April 21, 2026
On-Demand Online Course
16 Credit Hours
This course is intended for library managers and leaders.
On-Demand Online Course
16 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

Project Management: Planning and Organization (Spring 2026)

Transform your library projects and drive impact in your community by becoming proficient in project management skills through this Library Journal Project Management Certification.
Materials available April 30, 2026
On-Demand Online Course
16 Credit Hours
This course is for any library worker whose role involves planning and completing mid- to large-scale projects. This course is appropriate for all levels of library staff.
4/30/2026
On-Demand Online Course
16 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

Creativity with School Library Funding and Grants (Spring 2026)

Learn how to make the most of your school library funding opportunities.
Materials available May 6, 2026
On-Demand Online Course
24 Credit Hours
Recommended for K-12 librarians and educators.
5/6/2026
On-Demand Online Course
24 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

Increase Retention in Your Library Staff (Spring 2026)

Learn how to build trust and establish a workplace culture that encourages staff to stay for the long-haul.
Materials available May 12, 2026
Live Online Session + 6-Module Workshop
24 Credit Hours
Recommended for anyone who manages people.
5/12/2026
Live Online Session + 6-Module Workshop
24 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

Project Management: Execution and Monitoring (Spring 2026)

Transform your library projects and drive impact in your community by becoming proficient in project management skills through this Library Journal Project Management Certification.
Materials available May 28, 2026
On-Demand Online Course
16 Credit Hours
Recommended for anyone who manages people.
5/28/2026
On-Demand Online Course
16 Credit Hours

Learn More

Learn More

Library Management Training: Accelerated Course (Spring 2026)

Learn what they didn’t teach you in library school: how to be a library manager.
June 3-17, 2026
2-Week Intensive Online Course + 8-module Workshop
20 Credit Hours
Recommended for new and aspiring library managers.
6/3-6/17/25
2-Week Intensive Online Course + 8-module Workshop
20 Credit Hours

Learn More

View All Courses

Request a Discounted Rate for Your Group