Leadership for a Democratic Society

Who Should Attend

• Senior Executive Service members, GS-15 employees, and equivalents in other pay systems (including military services).

• On a limited basis, GS-14 employees and equivalents in other pay systems with executive-level duties may be approved for a grade waiver.

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What You'll Get?

Flexible formats. Our online and in-residence format options connect and engage you in an unmatched learning experience. The intersession periods in the virtual and applied formats give you a chance to apply what you learned back at your agency, promoting a deeper understanding and application of leadership. Personalized, holistic learning. You choose electives and field experiences based on specific growth areas. Through our integrated wellness program, you’ll get individualized guidance and tools from wellness professionals to improve resiliency, mental and physical performance, and work-life balance. Increased self-awareness. Discover how your values and experiences influence success as a leader. You’ll participate in an integrated mix of readings, assessments, discussions, assignments, and individual presentations to develop stronger self-awareness. Expanded professional networks. Become part of a learning community and harness the diverse talents and resources found within public servants like you. Our program leverages your expertise and experience, along with peers and faculty, where everyone is both a teacher and a learner. Actionable plans. You’ll create an individual change plan to improve your leadership knowledge, skills, and behavior. You’ll also create an organizational change plan that turns knowledge into action with strategies that align with your agency’s vision.