Because you deserve better PD.
Sometimes professional development just doesn’t deliver what you hoped for. If you’ve ever left a course or conference feeling unsure how to apply what you learned, or whether it was worth the cost, you’re not alone.
Our courses focus on practical learning you can apply right away. You'll get expert insight paired with step-by-step instructions, fillable templates, and real-world examples that make it easy to take action. It's not just what to do, it's how to do it.
Update PD is proudly Canadian. Every course is made with our workplace culture, expectations, and legislation in mind.
This is professional development that finally makes sense for communicators and managers like you.
The Update PD Advantage
Here’s what makes us the right choice for corporate professionals who want more than just checking a box on their annual review.
Learn at your own pace
Take each course on your schedule with no deadlines and no pressure.
Tools you can use
Get downloadable worksheets, templates, and guides with every course.
Built for PD budgets
Easy to expense and worth every penny of your development dollars.
Certificate of completion
Earn a personalized certificate to showcase your professional growth.
Practical, applied learning
Walk away with real skills you can actually use at work.
All online, always accessible
Log in anytime from anywhere - no commute required.
Featured Courses
Strategic Communications Planning 201: Intermediate
This intermediate course teaches you how to use audience research and psychology to craft messaging that actually works. You’ll learn how humans process communications and how to apply research methods that take your strategy from good to great.
Strategic Communications Planning 301: Advanced
Learn how to position communications as a strategic business function. This advanced course teaches you how to influence leadership, align communications with organizational goals, report on outcomes that matter, and build lasting internal credibility.
Modern Management Masterclass
This course teaches practical, real-world management skills that help you lead with confidence and authenticity. Great for new managers, future leaders, or anyone tired of figuring it out alone.
