UNDP has several mandatory learning programmes which aim at reinforcing organizational values. The mandatory courses provide compliance-learning and covers key issues related to UNDP values, standards, prohibited behaviours, key policies, rules and regulations, safety and security of individuals and the reputation of the Organization. They include e, security, fraud and corruption awareness, prevention of harassment and sexual exploitation and abuse of local population, ethics and integrity. All UNDP personnel holding (incl. interns, PSAs and UN Volunteers) are required to complete all Mandatory Courses within one month of their entry on duty.

Core courses cover issues related to the development policy/programme and operations management areas, and other important aspects of UNDP’s work.  The core courses include environmental sustainability, human rights, gender equality, UNDP’s legal framework and disability inclusion. Core coursesmust be completed by all personnel with an initial contract of more than 6 months, within 90 days of joining UNDP.

Audience specific core courses

Two more courses are also part of the core courses category and are designed for specific audiences: 

• UNDP Foundations – to be completed by all personnel joining or re-joining UNDP, during their onboarding journey, within 90 days. Existing personnel are also encouraged to complete this course.
• UNDP Risk Management  – to be completed by Resident Representatives, Deputy Resident Representatives, Operations Managers, Programme Managers and Risk Focal Points – within 90 days of their assignment in the relevant role. 

The courses should take 1 to 4 hours each to complete and are available on UNDP’s Talent Development Hub.