Essentials of Leadership and Management (ELM)

Now Accepting Applications

Your path to success begins here!

For decades, UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies has provided high-quality leadership and management training to high-potential employees. 

This program is designed for mid-level leaders, managers, and supervisors.

This program is taught by a variety of faculty and subject matter experts and is designed to help develop exceptional leadership, communication, teamwork, and project management skills. With 60 hours of learning, the instructional approach emphasizes team interaction, problem solving, personal reflection and peer coaching. Topics within the program are selected based on the immediate and practical needs of the participants. Case studies and business simulations offer timely, relevant and specific application to the unique environment of companies operating in a modern technology and global marketplace.

Upon program completion, ELM participants will be prepared for greater responsibility within their company. Sponsoring companies will see immediate improvement in managerial performance as a result of the concepts that are taught and the knowledge that is gained in the ELM program. Furthermore, the dynamic interaction between participants throughout the program builds valuable long-term relationships.
 

Program Dates and Times

The sessions will meet one time per week for fourteen weeks. Session attendance is mandatory.
Beverages and snacks provided at in-person sessions.

Application and Admission

Each participant must complete an application and be admitted to the program. Application can be submitted any time via the online application form. Applicants are evaluated based on their academic and professional experience and current management duties to ensure they are a proper fit in the program.

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Tuition Reimbursment