About the Center for Excellence in Public Leadership

The Center for Excellence in Public Leadership develops public leaders who make a positive difference in their organizations and for the people they serve.

The Center:

• Provides leadership and management training grounded in research and practical knowledge
• Creates collaborative networks among public leaders
• Delivers expert management advice based on state-of-the-art public management policies and practices

The Center brings together expert practitioners and university faculty to provide development experiences built around the practical leadership challenges of modern government.

We recognize that adult learners, especially those who serve in public leadership roles, need an educational experience that is practical, intellectually challenging, and directly applicable to their jobs. Training sessions and workshops are tailored to the unique circumstances government and community leaders work within, and provide a forum for participants to network and benefit from their shared expertise.

Because the Center is housed in The George Washington University College of Professional Studies, our participants have access to the resources of a world-class educational institution in addition to the professional experts, local leaders, and government agencies found only in the nation’s capital.

Our training focuses on enhancing key skills, using an array of innovative teaching methods.