individual development plannoun [ C ]
ukusabbreviation IDPHR, WORKPLACE, MANAGEMENT a document that states what an employee wants to achieve in the future, for example in the next year, and gives a plan for developing their skills so that they are able to achieve their aims:
Your mentor will help you draw up an individual development plan.
A good individual development plan will identify gaps in your skills and areas for improvement, and will help you achieve your potential.