Whether you’re planning your next career move, learning about AI, leading a project, or trying to solve a workplace challenge, you already have access to one of the University’s most valuable professional resources.
Through a collaboration between UC Office of the President (UCOP) Systemwide Human Resources and local Human Resources departments, all University of California employees receive a complimentary membership to Gartner resources, covering topics such as leadership, management, learning, recruiting, inclusion, and broader workplace topics. These resources are designed to support employees across a wide variety of professions and disciplines.
Areas of Emphasis
Your UC Gartner account includes access to several areas of emphasis. Together, they provide thousands of articles, implementation guides, templates, webinars, case studies, and practical tools to support your work and professional growth.
Manager Success Toolbox
Designed primarily for supervisors and aspiring managers, this membership offers practical resources for:
- Coaching and feedback
- Performance conversations
- Delegation and employee development
- Team communication
- Leading through change
Corporate Leadership Council
A broad collection of research relevant to employees across many functions, including:
- Leadership and strategic planning
- Organizational effectiveness
- Employee experience
- Career development
- Workforce trends
- Artificial intelligence and the future of work
- Change management
Inclusion Leadership Council
Resources to help build inclusive, collaborative workplaces through topics such as:
- Inclusive leadership
- Team culture
- Employee engagement
- Belonging
- Organizational practices that support diverse perspectives
Learning & Development Leadership Council
Ideal for anyone interested in continuous learning or developing others, with resources on:
- Professional development
- Leadership development
- Building critical skills
- Learning strategy
- Career growth
- Coaching and mentoring
Recruiting Leadership Council
While especially valuable for hiring managers and recruiters, many resources are relevant to all employees, including:
- Employer branding
- Interviewing and selection
- Candidate experience
- Internal mobility
- Workforce planning
- Talent trends
Technology professionals: Some UC IT organizations also provide access to Gartner’s Technical Professionals membership, which includes deeper technology research and product guidance. GTP helps with the planning, implementation, and execution of any of your technical priorities or strategies. This license provides access to thousands of articles, implementation guides, templates, webinars, case studies, and practical tools to support your work and professional growth.
Popular Topics Across UC
UC employees frequently access Gartner resources on topics such as:
- AI and emerging technologies
- Leading through organizational change
- Managing remote and hybrid teams
- Building team resilience
- Organization design
- Data visualization and storytelling
- Career development and leadership
- Strategic planning and workforce trends
Whether you’re searching for best practices, implementation tools, or fresh ideas, Gartner can help you find trusted guidance without having to reinvent the wheel.
Getting Started
Accessing Gartner is simple.
- Select Register if you’re a first-time user.
- Register using your UC email address.
- Complete your profile and activate your account through the confirmation email.
- Once logged in, begin searching for topics that interest you.
Using the Advanced Search feature allows you to search across all topics available to you, making it easier to discover relevant content.
Make Gartner Part of Your Professional Learning
Many employees think of Gartner as a resource to consult only when they’re facing a major initiative or organizational challenge. In practice, it can also be an easy way to stay current on emerging trends and continue developing professionally.
Consider setting aside a few minutes each month to explore a topic related to your work, save useful templates for future projects, or read about emerging technologies and workplace practices. Small, consistent investments in learning can help you build new skills, strengthen decision-making, and prepare for future opportunities.
Whether you’re exploring AI, improving your leadership skills, planning your next career step, or simply looking for practical solutions to today’s challenges, Gartner is a resource already available to support your success.
Author & Contact
Andrea King, SPHR, BCBA, APTD
Systemwide Associate Director, Talent Development
About the Professional Growth Series
Our new Professional Growth series will explore topics such as mentorship, interviewing, career pathways, and learning and development opportunities, with a focus on helping employees grow, connect, and thrive across the UC system.
