The Executive Development Program
is an application-based learning process to improve an individual's self-management,
people management and organizational management skills. The program emphasizes the
practical implementation of essential work-related skills and is designed to capture the
imagination and energy of managers and professionals.
The program consists of a series of interactive small group
workshops interspersed with periods of application and practice. Experienced training and
development professionals guide the process. Workshops are from 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Lunch, workbooks and supplies are included.
Individuals can take part in the program as offered by
Selection Resource or companies can set up the program for internal teams. When used with
teams, added emphasis is placed on the development, cohesion and effectiveness of the
team.
The program helps a person:
- examine effective management practices and their usefulness,
- apply the practices,
- improve the application of the practices, and
- continue a self-motivated process of improvement.
The program objective is to improve personal productivity
and leadership effectiveness.
| Program Schedule |
| Timeline |
Module |
Time Required |
| 1st Month |
Self-Management |
2 Days
(16 hours total) |
| 3rd Month |
People Management |
2 Days
(16 hours total) |
| 5th Month |
Organization Management |
2 Days
(16 hours total) |
| 7th, 9th, 12th, and 15th Months |
Application & Enhancement |
4 Days
(32 hours total) |
Participation:
The program is designed for the experienced manager or
professional who must work in an independent or autonomous manner. Moreover, it is for the
person who wants to improve personal productivity and leadership skills. Note that a
special version of the program is available for senior leaders in the CEO, COO or Business
Unit Management roles.
Program Outline:
1. Self-Management
- Activity Management - Controlling the complexity of things
to be done
- Goal Management - Focusing on the right things to do
- Time Management - Making the best use of time
- Coordination with Others - Developing the support of others
2. People Management
- Guiding Effort - Achieving results through others
- Motivating Performance - Inspiring others to achieve their
best
- Leading Change - Inventing better ways of doing things
- Integrating People & Technology - Using technology to
unleash the productive potential of people
3. Organization Management
- Designing Work Units - Using the strength of groups
- Modifying Organizational Boundaries - Developing corporate
flexibility and fluidity
- Implementing Strategy - Leading a collaborative effort
- Managing The Knowledge Based Enterprise - Harnessing the
intellect of many
4. Application and Enhancement
- Expanding concepts and applications
- Ensuring the effective and congruous use of ideas and
techniques
- Developing a self-motivated process of improvement
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