Welcome to the
Center for Excellence
in Public Leadership

The Center for Excellence in Public Leadership (CEPL) at The George Washington University offers cutting-edge leadership and management programs for managers in the public sector. Through interactive training sessions that combine academic research with real-world case studies and practical simulations, participants sharpen the tools they need to be effective leaders.  Learn more about our Senior Executive Development Program, Executive Communication Workshop, Advanced Leadership Workshop, Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution, and Community Leader Programs.

“Great training. Incredibly high caliber instructors and excellent networking opportunities.”

—Assistant Inspector General,
Department of the Interior