Advancing Leadership

With a proven curriculum delivered by world-class faculty, participants in Advancing Leadership learn to effectively manage the demands from above and below so they can successfully lead from the middle and cultivate the key competencies they need to join the senior executive ranks.

Through effective cross-organization collaboration and taking a bold approach at this key pivot point of the career journey, it's possible to discover and cultivate a unique and sustainable leadership blueprint.

Bringing together women experiencing similar opportunities and challenges, participants learn from the program's renowned faculty and exchange ideas from other individuals leading in their fields.

Core curriculum

• Agile negotiation with multiple stakeholders to win buy-in for projects, ideas, and initiatives.
• Influence, inspire, and encourage others to achieve key business results and performance.
• Recognizing and mitigating biases that impede effective decision-making.
• Effective cross-organization collaboration.
• Leading with resiliency and avoiding burnout.

In-person program experience

With an emphasis on actionable insights and cutting-edge learning methodologies, each day provides an engaging and immersive learning experience. Hosted on the beautiful Smith College campus, with accommodations and most meals included, each participant can remain fully focused on the program.   

What to expect:

• Pre-program networking facilitated by the executive education program team.
• Resources to set goals and apply each day’s learning objectives to your specific challenges.
• Four days of interactive classroom sessions with leading business school faculty and thought leaders.
• Dedicated time to connect with peers and colleagues to build your network of fellow leaders. 
• Full access to the dedicated course platform with pre-work, session materials, and discussion boards. 
• Post-program networking opportunities to support the implementation of your learnings.

Who attends

Participants who attend this program are people leaders, managers, and directors working across various sectors and industries. They’re typically a leader of leaders, overseeing teams with operational, business unit, or line responsibilities.

Common titles and roles of Advancing Leadership attendees:

• Senior Manager
• Site Leader
• Regional Head
• Area Vice President
• Director
• Senior Director

Accessibility

Programs are delivered in English, and participation requires proficiency in spoken and written English. For other accommodations, please email our program team to support your participation.