Agenda: Cohort 2 Beginning April 2026

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Program Sessions –

Program Sessions

Session 1: Foundations of Strategic and Relational Leadership

In-person

Lead facilitators: Jeffrey D. Kudisch, Joyce E. A. Russell, Paul Tesluk, Ian O. Williamson

Fri

6 Nov 2026

Session 2: Building High-Performance Leadership Teams

Virtual

8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Eastern Time

Facilitated by: Terrill L. Drake

Fri

18 Dec 2026

Session 3: Strategic Leadership: Influence, Persuasion, and Navigating Resistance to Change

Virtual

8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Eastern Time

Facilitated by: Joyce E. A. Russell

Fri

15 Jan 2027

Session 4: The Conflict-Competent Dean: Leading With Insight, Empathy, and Intention

Virtual

8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Eastern Time

Facilitated by: Jeffrey D. Kudisch

Fri

12 Feb 2027

Session 5: Leveraging Resources From Your Environment

Virtual

8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Eastern Time

Facilitated by: Alexander Triantis

Fri

12 Mar 2027

Session 6: Strategic Planning for Business Schools: Inclusive Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement

Virtual

8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Eastern Time

Facilitated by: Ian O. Williamson

Session 7: Leadership Development Plans and Program Completion

In-person

Deliverable: Leadership Development Plan

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