Women's Leadership Program

Elevate Your Influence and Impact

This program is open to anyone interested in the topics presented.

Learn from world-class professors with your cohort of classmates—leaders eager to share their wisdom and perspectives.

Gender representation in leadership results in more creative and innovative teams with problem-solving prowess that leads to success. The Women’s Leadership Program exists to sustain this impact and mobilize resources to support the growth and development of women leaders. 

Course Snapshot

Through six thought-provoking day-long sessions, the Women’s Leadership Program will equip participants with a clear understanding of the unique value gender representation affords an organization, as well as a comprehensive strategy for moving forward. Sessions are comprised of a thoughtful mix of lecture, case study, break-out discussion, guest speakers, and role-play exercise. 

Spring 2026 Schedule

• Feb 20 | Power, Politics, and Informal Leadership — Understand the unwritten rules of the organization by exploring three critical skills of informal leadership: navigating politics, understanding power, and exercising influence. 
• Apr 1 | Effective Negotiation Strategies — Understand the basic theories of negotiation and improve your ability to maximize total value when negotiating.
• Apr 22 | Mastering Courageous Conversations & Leadership Excellence — Empower leaders to master courageous conversations—critical dialogues that drive innovation, resolve conflicts, and build trust.
• May 19 | Organizational Culture — Learn evidence-based techniques to integrate into your daily work practices to increase personal well-being and professional impact within your organization. 
• Jun 24 | Cultivating Executive Presence  — Learn and apply specific strategies to better use your personal attributes and values to cultivate a strong, authentic executive presence. 
• Aug 5 | Leveraging Your Strengths — Assess your personal strengths so you can create a plan to focus on these strengths and use them more often. 

Location & Modality

In-Person, Charles F. Knight Center on WashU's Danforth Campus

Earn Your Certificate

6 elective units toward an advanced certificate

For Federal Employees

ECQ – Fundamental

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