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Leadership and Management Program (LAMP)

A comprehensive program designed to develop the capabilities needed to lead effectively in dynamic, complex organizations.

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Advancing Leadership for Today’s Workplace

The Leadership and Management Program (LAMP) at UC San Diego Extended Studies is a flagship leadership experience that has developed professionals across industries for over 35 years. Continuously updated to reflect today’s workplace demands, the program blends proven leadership foundations with the modern skills needed to lead in complex, fast-moving environments. 

Through a cohort-based format, participants engage in interactive sessions, experiential learning, executive insights, and applied research projects that connect learning directly to real-world challenges. From building self-awareness to leading teams and driving organizational impact, LAMP is designed to accelerate leadership growth at every level of management. 

Participants develop critical capabilities in emotional intelligence, communication, team leadership, and performance management, while also strengthening skills in change leadership, innovation, digital fluency, and data-informed decision-making. 

By the end of the program, participants leave with a clear leadership identity, stronger executive presence, and a practical toolkit to lead with confidence, influence others, and deliver results—joining a long-standing community of LAMP alumni making an impact in their organizations. 

Fall 2026 Application & Details

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 make sure they are a proper fit in the program.

Application Deadline: July 10, 2026

Orientation: July 27, 2026, 1-4 pm
Dates: August 10 - November 16, 2026. Mondays 1- 6 pm
*Includes two full day immerse offsite experiences, and one date change.
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Format: In Person
Location: 8980 Villa Jolla Drive, Ja Jolla, CA
Price: $8,900
 

Beverages and snacks are provided.

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What Makes LAMP Unique

Proven + Future-Focused

Built on years of success developing leaders across industries, LAMP continuously evolves to reflect today’s business realities—ensuring both credibility and immediate relevance in the workplace.

Whole-Leader Development

From self-awareness to strategic execution, the program develops leaders at every level—equipping them to effectively manage people, priorities, and performance.

Experiential and Immersive Learning

Participants learn by doing through interactive activites, a structured research project, group learning, and workplace-based assignments - bringing leadership concepts to life and supporting real-world application.

Modern Leadership for Today's Workplace

Participants build critical skills in change leadership, innovation, digital fluency, and data-informed decision-making—preparing them to lead through transformation and complexity.

Cohort-Based Network and Executive Insight

A cohort model—enhanced by executive speakers and industry perspectives—builds meaningful connections while expanding participants’ exposure to real-world leadership challenges.

Additional Information & Resources

By the end of the program, participants will be able to: 

  • Assess and strengthen their leadership effectiveness by understanding personal leadership identity, behavioral tendencies, and emotional intelligence  
  • Communicate with clarity and influence by applying advanced communication, coaching, and conflict management techniques to build trust and develop talent 
  • Adapt leadership approaches to drive impact by navigating organizational dynamics, influencing across boundaries, and leading diverse and multigenerational teams  
  • Build and sustain high-performing teams by fostering engagement, accountability, collaboration, and strong team culture  
  • Lead through change and uncertainty with resilience, adaptability, and a people-centered approach  
  • Apply strategic, systems, and data-driven thinking to align priorities, solve complex problems, and support organizational decision-making  
  • Leverage innovation, design thinking, and digital tools to drive continuous improvement and organizational effectiveness  
  • Demonstrate executive presence by delivering clear, credible, and impactful messages that influence decisions and drive results

Each year, LAMP students complete a research project as part of their learning experience. These projects build understanding of effective management practices and emphasize a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to analyzing management challenges.

Project topics vary annually to reflect current business and management issues. The summaries below synthesize the research and conclusions of previous LAMP and EPSE projects: 

Project Summaries:

Many San Diego companies sponsor employees in LAMP every year as an integral part of the company's management development efforts. The knowledge they gain in this program allows the participants to better contribute to their company's success, both in fulfilling their current responsibilities and in working with other functional units to conceive and implement valuable new capabilities.

Testimonials

"The LAMP program was exemplary in terms of academic excellence and professional presentation, and is a credit to UC San Diego. I enjoyed participating in the classes and learning from other industry professionals, both students and instructors. I am pleased to have been associated with such a knowledgeable group and proud to say that I am now a graduate of the UC San Diego Extended Studies program. I look forward to maintaining that association and would highly recommend the program to any aspiring leader in local industry."

- Alan Douglas, Goodrich, Chula Vista

"LAMP had a positive impact on me almost immediately. By going through the action plan outlined in my Leadership Development Plan, I saw improvements right away in the developmental areas identified in my 360 degree assessment. The knowledgeable instructors had the real world experience necessary to guide me through applying the course material in my job. LAMP’s value far exceeds all other Leadership and Management type programs I have taken in the past."

- Jeremy Launder, L3 Communications - Sr. Engineer

"Overall LAMP was a very good class for me. The course provided a solid framework for how to be a more effective manager and team leader. The instructors, and discussions with class mates, provided valuable examples of approaches used by different companies. As a result of the course, I now approach things differently at work."

- Larry Cook, CCAD, LLC Senior Manager

"Getting to be part of the LAMP class was a great educational experience, but what sets it apart is the ability to provide knowledge and guidelines that can be practically applied in the workplace. LAMP takes meaningful, pertinent topics and presents them so that the message is relevant for each of the students’ specific situations. The instructors encouraged engagement and participation, and the staff solicits feedback in order to make sure that each class is significant and topical for those that attend. The class has been highly beneficial to me, and I started implementing lessons I learned as early as the day after the very first class. I strongly recommend the LAMP program for technical professionals who are moving into, or who have had no formal training in management.  It will provide information that they’ll be able to use for years to come."

- Paul Gottschlich, ID Analytics, Inc. - Quality Assurance Manager

Contact Us

Grace Sheehy
Business & Corporation Education
UC San Diego Extended Studies

Phone

858-822-5263

Email
unex-leadership@ucsd.edu