Adaptive Learning

Mindtools Launches Manager Skill Builder

Shabnam Shahani, CEO of MindtoolsLondon (UK), February 2025 - Mindtools, a global provider of management and leadership skills development solutions, announces the launch of its latest innovation, The Manager Skill Builder (MSB). This cutting-edge, adaptive learning solution empowers managers by delivering personalized development pathways to close essential skill gaps and enhance leadership capabilities across organizations.  

"Our research shows that 50% of managers receive no training when stepping into their first management role. Even those who do receive training often find it generic and misaligned with their needs," says Shabnam Shahani, CEO of Mindtools. "The Manager Skill Builder addresses this gap by providing accelerated, personalized, adaptive learning that meets managers where they are in their skills proficiency, remediates capability gaps, and ensures they reach their full potential."

Revolutionizing management development  

Building on the success of Mindtools Manager Skills Assessment (MSA), the Manager Skill Builder ensures a tailored, engaging, and results-driven learning experience for managers at all levels.  

The Manager Skill Builder transforms traditional learning methods by leveraging intelligent algorithms to adapt content to each manager’s unique needs. The result? Faster, more efficient skills development that drives measurable improvements in individual, team and organizational performance.  

Key features of Manager Skill Builder include

  • Personalized learning journeys - Adaptive pathways ensure managers focus only on the skills they need for maximum efficiency
  • Comprehensive skill coverage - Targeted courses across 12 essential management skills, aligned to our Manager Skills Framework, include communication, decision making, and coaching. 
  • Engaging formats - Quizzes and an AI coach provide real-time feedback and keep learners motivated.  
  • Data-driven insights - Progress tracking and actionable analytics deliver clear ROI and inform future learning initiatives. 
  • Flexible, scalable access - Self-paced learning fits seamlessly into busy schedules and scales easily across teams.  

A perfect complement to the Manager Skills Assessment  

Organizations can maximize the impact of their development programs by bundling the Manager Skill Builder with the Manager Skills Assessment. This combination offers a complete solution for diagnosing skill gaps and delivering very targeted, effective, and accelerated skills development.  

Experience the future of management development  

The Manager Skill Builder is now available to organizations worldwide. Book a free consultation with the Mindtools team to discover how this innovative solution can transform your management development programs.