development program

noun
UK /dɪˈvɛləpmənt ˈprəʊɡræm/
US /dɪˈvɛləpmənt ˈproʊɡræm/

A plan with steps to help something grow or get better.

The school started a development program to help kids learn to read better.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A set of activities a company uses to teach workers new skills.

New employees join a development program to learn the job.

3. A plan to build or improve houses, roads, or land.

The city announced a housing development program for the empty lot.

4. A course of study or training at a school or college.

She joined a leadership development program over the summer.