Elevate Your Influence and Impact 

This program is open to anyone interested in the topics presented in this program.

Learn from world-class professors with your cohort of classmates—leaders eager to share their wisdom and perspectives.

Gender representation in leadership results in more creative and innovative teams with problem-solving prowess that leads to success. The Women’s Leadership Program exists to sustain this impact and mobilize resources to support the growth and development of women leaders. 

Through six thought-provoking day-long sessions, the Women’s Leadership Program will equip participants with a clear understanding of the unique value gender representation affords an organization, as well as a comprehensive strategy for moving forward. Sessions are comprised of a thoughtful mix of lecture, case study, break-out discussion, guest speakers, and role-play exercise. 

Fall 2025 Schedule

• Oct 1 | Power, Politics, and Informal Leadership — Understand the unwritten rules of the organization by exploring three critical skills of informal leadership: navigating politics, understanding power, and exercising influence. 
• Nov 12 | Organizational Culture — Learn evidence-based techniques to integrate into your daily work practices to increase personal well-being and professional impact within your organization. 
• Jan 13 | Mastering Courageous Conversations & Leadership Excellence — Empower leaders to master courageous conversations—critical dialogues that drive innovation, resolve conflicts, and build trust. 
• Feb 11 | Effective Negotiation Strategies — Understand the basic theories of negotiation and improve your ability to maximize total value when negotiating.
• Mar 11 | Cultivating Executive Presence  — Learn and apply specific strategies to better use your personal attributes and values to cultivate a strong, authentic executive presence. 
• Apr 10 | Leveraging Your Strengths — Assess your personal strengths so you can create a plan to focus on these strengths and use them more often.