Using the Request for Professional Development Funding Form

Request for Professional Development Funding Form – Dynamic Forms Instructions

Submission of this form does not guarantee approval of your request. Keep in mind that most forms will need multiple approvals and should be submitted at least 2 to 3 weeks before the professional development opportunity is to take place.

The digital version of the Professional Development Form is constructed with built in routing and messaging. This form is designed to be routed to the appropriate staff for approval, and completion.

Always be sure your MyMassasoit Portal is open when creating or signing Dynamic Forms from links received in email or from documentation. If you are not already signed into the portal you may see a window asking for your Microsoft account information.

Step 1 – Form Initiator

If you have questions regarding your Professional Development request, please reach out to your manager or administrative assistant before submission. Please note: Prior to submitting your request for professional development funding, discuss your intentions with your immediate supervisor to ensure that you will be allowed the time away from your position and that the event meets the guidelines for funding.

1. Please enter the name and email address of your dean (faculty) or immediate supervisor, then click on the Continue button. This information will be used to properly route your request for professional development so please make sure the email address entered is correct.

2. Please indicate your employee classification by marking the appropriate box. 

3. Continue to complete the form by entering the required information indicated by a red asterisk.
   1. Employee Requesting Funding:
      1. Name
      2. Department
      3. College Email

2. Professional Development Requested
   1. Conference Event/Title
   2. Event Start/End Date
   3. Departure Date
   4. Return to Work Date
   5. Event Type/Location (Please indicate if the training is in-state, out-of-state, or virtual)
   6. Brief Description of the Conference/Event
   7. Relevance (To the strategic goals of the College/Department and/or professional effectiveness)
   8. Are You Presenting (Please indicate if you will be presenting at the conference/event)

  D.   Complete the Costs sections by entering all the necessary information associated with the event.

        Please select the “Not Applicable” box where appropriate.

1. Event Fee
2. Transportation (Auto)
3. Airfare
4. Public Transportation
5. Hotel/Lodging
6. Number of Days
7. Incidental Expenses
8. Total Amount Requested
9. Expense Verification (Single PDF File Upload).
10. Applicant Signature/Date

Please be sure to sign and date your request prior to selecting the “Submit Form” option located at the bottom left of the Professional Development Form.

Upon submission, your request will be forwarded to the appropriate authority for review and further action.

Please be aware that should your request be approved, you are responsible for sharing the event information with your colleagues after the conclusion of the event. You may do so through a summary paper, PowerPoint presentation or workshop designed to enhance the knowledge of the topic.