Executive Program for General Managers

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Why Enroll in This Program?

Did you know 70% of the U.S. workforce is disengaged (Gallup)? Therefore, qualified, productive, and compelling managers are essential to success. Studies show that the likelihood of employees being high performers is 15.4 times higher if they report to effective managers (Gartner 2023 HR survey). In today's economy and industry, a highly sought-after leader is a manager who can grasp technical skills, create a safe and accepting team environment and communicate objectives.

Executive Program for General Managers Learning Journey

The certificate program consists of three courses and one in-person experience.

Key Takeaways

  • Manage relationships for influence and engagement

  • Organize and manage talent effectively

  • Shape an organization's culture to be more ethical, diverse and inclusive 

  • Practice inter-team conflict management to promote a more harmonious workplace and organization

  • Demonstrate the ability to introduce and manage emerging technology to optimize processes and teams successfully

Learning Experience

The Executive Program methodology is multifaceted, applying a combined approach to instruction:

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Weekly live online lessons with expert instructors and industry leaders
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Opportunities to network and learn from industry experts
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Self-paced and live content to accommodate different learning styles and busy schedules
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Significant and relevant case studies referenced throughout the course to extend the knowledge learned during lessons
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One residential week on campus at Brown University
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A final project to synthesize and apply mastery of the knowledge and skills covered in the program

Program Faculty

BRU Faculty Dr. Edward Barrows
Edward Barrows, DPA

Professor of the Practice of Leadership

Dr. Edward Barrows has worked with leaders at all levels in the areas of strategy, strategic leadership and leader development for the past 25 years. He is an ICF-certified co...

BRU Faculty Prof. Ed Hoffman
Ed Hoffman, Ph.D.

CEO of Knowledge Strategies

Prof. Ed Hoffman is the CEO of Knowledge Strategies, a consultancy that creates, designs, develops, and implements learning and development strategies for clients such as NASA...

BRU Faculty Jordon Sims
Jordon Sims, MEM

Jordan Sims is a founding partner of Imperium Global Advisors, a consultancy that assists leading organizations in bringing new technologies and capabilities into their servic...

Certificate of Completion

Certificate of Completion

Earn Brown University credentials for each completed course and a certificate of completion upon program completion that carries the Ivy League reputation of academic excellence. In addition, all participants who successfully complete the certificate will earn 15.2 Continuing Education Units (Brown University CEUs). Brown University CEUs are calculated based on the number of learning hours in each course.

Admission Process

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Application:

Complete the application form and pay the non-refundable fee.

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Interview:

Receive a call for an interview with our admissions team. 

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Results:

Our Admissions Committee will inform you of their final decision within two business days.

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Confirmation:

After completing your payment, your enrollment will be confirmed.

Early Registrations Are Encouraged. Seats Fill Up Quickly!

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