Jumpstart Your Leadership
You’ve learned basic leadership skills by modeling others, but now it’s time to elevate your skills and formalize your role. Discover what aspiring leaders already know: The Leadership Essentials Program: Pathways to Leadership from the award-winning Center for Leadership at FIU will help you develop your leadership capabilities to jumpstart your career.
Imagine discovering the foundational leadership skills not learned in the workplace and how far you could go by spending some time in a proven leadership course. This program will enhance your pathway to leadership through a deeper understanding of self, learning to leverage networks, developing resilience through mindfulness, and effectively communicating with others. Jumpstart your leadership at the Center for Leadership at FIU.
Jumpstart Your Leadership - The Time Is Now
Gain the skills to lead with confidence. Secure your place today.
Program Dates
September 25-26, 2025
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Class Times
Day 1 from 12:30pm to 5:00pm ET
Day 2 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm ET
Location
Instructor-led Live Online Workshop (via Zoom)
Program Fee
$427 - early registration
$475 - late registration
$427 - early registration
$475 - late registration
Who should attend?
The Leadership Essentials Programs are designed for individuals looking to develop foundational leadership capabilities. Well-qualified participants are recently-appointed leaders or those who informally lead others at work, those looking to hone basic leadership skills and insights, or those who are preparing to take on leadership roles.
There is no formal prerequisite to attend LEP. Each program is unique such that participants may attend all program iterations and in any order.
If you previously attended an iteration of The Leadership Essentials Program, but do not recall which one, please contact us at lead@fiu.edu so we can provide you with that information.
Not sure if this program is the right fit for you or want more information before registering? Contact a member of our team or view our other program options for individual contributors, managers, and established executives.
Why attend?
Our leadership development programs and workshops continue to gain recognition around the world. Since 2014, we have garnered fourteen different accolades from HR.com, Chief Learning Officer (CLO), and University Professional and Continuing Education Association (UPCEA)… including seven #1 rankings! Read more about our rankings and awards.
The Center for Leadership is a recognized provider of both Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and SHRM, offering Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. Participants of this program will be eligible to receive CEUs and SHRM-PDCs with participating professional organizations.
Jumpstart Your Leadership - The Time Is Now
Gain the skills to lead with confidence. Secure your place today.
Testimonials
“The Leadership Essentials Program: Pathways to Leadership taught me the power of behavioral change over personality transformation. Equipped with invaluable techniques, I now navigate challenges with clarity and composure, enhancing my effectiveness in my day-to-day responsibilities. Embracing the program's insightful assessments, I've harnessed my strengths to better support colleagues and participants. I recommend this program from the Center for Leadership at FIU for those seeking impactful leadership development.”
Dani Cohen
Program Specialist
Starability Foundation
“The Leadership Essentials Program: Pathways to Leadership offered invaluable insights into self-awareness and actionable strategies for enhancing my leadership. From refining networking techniques to embracing mindfulness and meditation, I've acquired tools that resonate both professionally and personally. I'm inspired to apply these newfound skills immediately and recommend this program from the Center for Leadership at FIU for anyone committed to advancing their leadership journey."
Corinne de Sa'
Senior Manager Supply Chain
Leonardo DRS
"Participating in The Leadership Essentials Program was truly eye-opening. It reshaped my perspective of leadership, empowering me to integrate new concepts and tools into my new role immediately. Since my participation, I was promoted to a more senior role, further validating the program’s impact on success."
Gabriela Solorio
People and Culture Manager
Four Seasons Hotel
What leadership capabilities should you be developing?
Research shows that good leaders can become great, and even great leaders should continue to develop, reflect, hone their skills, and learn new strategies. Assess yourself or your organization with The Leadership Competency Builder by clicking on the button below.