Program Information

The curriculum of this certificate program consists of in-class presentations by City Managers and other local government leaders, critiques of case studies, a team project, and follow-up alumni events.  Attendance is required at all sessions.

Seven Sessions

• Leadership Essentials and Emotional Intelligence
• Building High Performing Teams and Psychological Safety
• Communication through DiSC*, Storyelling and Framing
• Diversity Uncovered*
• Leadership Strengths, Core Values and Value-Based Leadership
• Talent Development and Coaching; Taking Charge of Your Career; Creating a Culture for Employee Engagement
• Political Astuteness and Graduation

*Trademarked

One-to-One Coaching

Every participant in the Academy is matched with a senior manager who serves as a one-to-one coach. The coach is usually a Department Director or other senior manager from another participating agency.  During the course of the Academy, participants meet at least three times with their coach who provides career and leadership development advice.

Team Projects

The Academy looks for real-world projects that local government agencies want done now but may lack the resources currently to accomplish. 

Target Audience

Division Managers, Assistant Department Heads, mid-managers, and other emerging leaders. 

Academy Cost

The estimated cost per participant for each agency is $2,448 (subject to change). Your organization will be billed following your attendance at the Academy.

Application for 2024-25

Apply here.