Professional Development & Continuing EducationLeadership Development Program
About the Course
This innovative leadership development program provides Pennsylvania State Government senior leaders the opportunity to further develop their leadership abilities to succeed at the highest levels. Developed through a collaboration between Alvernia University, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, and the Governor’s Office of Administration, this unique program gives participants the opportunity to enhance their understanding of PA state government culture and to learn strategies and management techniques applicable to the unique challenges government leaders face.
The program offers:
- Mentorship & networking opportunities
- Discussions on prevailing PA state government opportunities, issues and concerns
- Leadership skills assessment
Now accepting applications for the Fall, 2024 cohort
2024 Fall Cohort Schedule
Module #/Topic*
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Date
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Time
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Orientation
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Thursday,
August 29, 2024 |
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM |
Module 1-A – Leadership vs. Management
(The role of a manager; Leadership traits; ethics and effective team building) |
Thursday,
September 12, 2024 |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Module 1-B – Leadership vs. Management
(Leading in diverse circumstances – leading up and down; leading across agencies; leading w/out direct authority; leading civil servants and union staff)
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Thursday,
September 26, 2024 |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Module 2 – Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
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Thursday,
October 10, 2024 |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Module 3 – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
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Thursday,
October 24, 2024 |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Module 4 – Resilience and Adaptation
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Thursday,
November 14, 2024 |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Module 5 – Effective Communication (Internal and External)
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Thursday,
December 5, 2024 |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Module 6 – Leading in the Digital Age, Innovation, Creating a Citizen-Centric Focus | Thursday,
December 19, 2024 |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Module 7 – Informed Decision Making (Using Data, Fact Based Decision Making, Continuous Improvement)
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Thursday,
January 9, 2025 |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Module 8 – Project Leadership, Project Management and Organizational Change Management/ Program Recap Exercise / Graduation Ceremony & Reception | Thursday,
January 23, 2025 |
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Next Cohort – Fall 2024
Format & Location:
All classes will take place in-person at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, 326 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Class Time:
Breakfast and Networking: 8:00 am – 8:25 am
Class runs from 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Application Deadline: Friday, August 2, 2024
Application Status/Notification:
On/by: Friday, August 9, 2024
All applicants will be notified of their acceptance or non-acceptance into the program by this date
Contact:
Professional Education – ProfessionalEd@harrisburgu.edu
Testimonials
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