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Biogen Idec Development Programmes
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for an uplifting
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ges meet and surpass the challen to y ilit ab r ou t tha ow kn we At Biogen Idec, bri ented people today. As Tysa tal r ou ing lop ve de on s nd pe of tomorrow de r business becomes more ou d an d he nc lau are cts du expands, new pro h talent with strong tc no pto of n lio tta ba a ed complex, we ne s. and take on these challenge up e ris to ills sk ip rsh de lea d management an
And it’s not just our own hot air. Many Biogen Idec employees are
keen to grow and progress and we want to facilitate this in every way possib le. Which is why we have created a trinity of world-class development progra mmes; the MAXA programme, the Director Development Programme (DDP) and the Manager Development Programme (MDP). These programmes offer the oppor tunity to build on your experience,
expand networks within the company, think laterally and outside your normal scope of work and improve your ability to deliver top-notch results.
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choic Commit to succeed. Our development programmes are not an easy
ires dedication and entry is based on merit and continued participation requ ng multi-year regime of serious commitment. What you commit to is an exhilarati you are committing to an learning, events, guidance and assessments. Ultimately, experience that will lift and propel you into a new era.
Get ready for a career take off!
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Do you have the determination, stamina and commitment to
? be part of a demanding, elite leadership programme? Do you think you can handle the fast-track to the top? Learn more
MAXA
about the Biogen Idec MAXA programme...
Find your starting point
Are you a Associate Director or Director who wants to improve
? performance in your current job, and so enable yourself to take on more challenges in a larger, more complex team? Consider the Director Development Programme
DDP
Is your current role expanding (level 8 and above) and do you
? need to grow with it? Or do you aspire to a different role and need training and support to get there? The Manager Development Programme may be the place to start.
MDP
Manager
Director
Development Programme
Development Programme
MDP
DDP
What? The MDP will secure you a prominent place in our
What? The DDP will help you to stay ahead of the game,
growing business – equipping you with a strong foundation
as head of a rapidly growing and ever more complex team
in people and/or business management.
of established managers and individuals. DDP amps up your already-strong set of management skills, challenging and
Why? As a people manager or individual contributor, the
boosting you to new heights.
MDP will give you the ability and knowledge to get work done with others. You will be able to competently coach,
Why? On graduation from DDP you will have learnt how
delegate, drive projects, and motivate others. Following the
to bring out the best in people, with your broader network
MDP, your next development step will be to practice and
and perspective of the company. DDP positions you to
prove your management skills on-the-job, and then consider
cleverly handle tough and complex situations as they arise.
the DDP.
On graduation, we expect you to be an accomplished and well-respected manager with a full range of skills and
How? MDP is comprised of the following modules along-
experiences. Your next development step will be to consider
side personal development coaching:
MAXA.
Building Self-Awareness: MBTI development workshop
How? DDP is comprised of the following modules along-
Building Skills: Getting work done through others, People
side personal development coaching:
management advanced, Interpersonal savvy, Coaching, Project management advanced, Business acumen finance.
Building Self-Awareness: 360 Feedback and Assessment
Building Experience: Projects with periodic reviews
Center feedback on people management competencies
Building a Career: Work on the job to become a strong
Building Skills: Flexible and remote management, Innovation
achiever in people management skills - to be prepared for
& change management, Influencing, Managing managers,
future new positions or assignments.
and team building and team leadership.
Time: 10 days per annum approx
Building Experience: International projects
Duration: 3 years, with on-going support
with periodic reviews. Building a Career: New positions or assignments, and support in development planning Time: 18 days per annum approx Duration: 3 years, with ongoing support after graduation
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We are confident that MAXA will provide the means for the successful to realise their dreams
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Leadership Development Programme ‘MAXA’ MAXA
new heights with Biogen Idec?
What? MAXA nurtures the cream of the crop for leader-
Next Steps...
ship roles – it is a hot house for the successful to cultivate
Think carefully about your suitability and
their skills and ultimately realize their ambitions. After MAXA,
commitment to any of these topnotch
you could have the kind of roles where you are part of a team that helps an organization to adapt for the future and even set the pace of change. You will be able to rally people to that vision, with charisma, confidence and enlightened leadership.
development initiatives. They may not be suitable for you at present and there are many other rewarding pathways within Biogen Idec.
Why? MAXA is a very demanding programme. It provides you with advanced leadership tools and thinking. Having completed the MAXA, we expect you to confidently handle
If you want to have a go, approach your HR Business Partner for more information
uncertainty; you will be skilled at thinking strategically; and you will know how to motivate the whole organization. As a leader, you will be passionate about enabling people and
Complete your self-assessment
organizations to achieve and excel.
How? MAXA is comprised of the following modules alongside personal coaching:
Work up a written assessment together with your line manager
Building Self-Awareness: 360 Feedback and Assessment Center feedback on leadership competencies Building Skills: Change Leadership (MBTI based); Leading
Submit your application
projects (Advanced), Leading People as the ‘boss’; Leading at my Best Building Experience: International projects with periodic reviews
You will then be informed if you are selected to join one of the programmes
Building a Career: New positions or assignments, and mentoring support Time: 25 days per annum approx Duration: 3 years, with ongoing support after graduation
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