About ELP

The IAU Executive Leadership Programme (ELP) is a capacity-building programme for current and emerging university leaders. It possesses a global ambition to assist university leaders across all higher education systems in addressing shared challenges. The ELP delves into central aspects of higher education management and empowers university leaders to navigate the contextual and political dimensions of university leadership.  In essence, the ELP provides a structured framework to address major managerial, ethical, economic, and societal issues that universities encounter. The year-long programme consists of 12 modules dedicated to Higher Education Management and Transformative, Values-based Leadership.

Module Topics

Introduction to the ELP

1.    The Changing Mission of Universities

Stakeholder Management

2.     Effective Leadership, Governance, and Risk Management
3.     Building Partnerships Across the Global Higher Education Landscape
4.     Creating and Managing Effective Teams
5.     Forming Transformative Partnerships with Students

Operational Leadership 

6. Navigating the Strategic Planning Process
7. Budgeting, Financial Strategy, and Administration
8. Diversifying Income Streams and Fundraising Strategies in HE
9. Shaping Higher Education in an Increasingly Digital World

Transformative Leadership

10. Towards a Transformation of Higher Education
11. Charting a Sustainable Future for Higher Education
12. Communicating the Role of Higher Education in Society

Programme Details

Dates: 26 November 2024 - Autumn 2025

Format: In person and online

Coordinators:
Dr. Andreas Corcoran, IAU Deputy Secretary General
Margaret Harris, IAU Communications & Media Officer

Programme Fees:
IAU Members - 2000 €
Non IAU Members - 3250 €
LDC Rate- 1500 €
Travel and accommodation not included in fees Registration: Please register via the form on the IAU website. www.iau-aiu.net/Leadership
 

Learning Outcomes

Enhance Strategic Thinking and Planning

Gain a new perspective on different aspects of global higher education to improve scenario thinking for the implications for your current strategy and future plans

Understand Your Leadership Capabilities

Gain better knowledge of the different dimensions of strategic leadership to become a globally engaged leader of change.

Develop Effective Teams

Explore leadership expectations and improve interpersonal management skills to unlock the full potential of diverse high-performing teams.
 

Build a Global Network of Peers

Create long-term partnerships, connect with colleagues from all over the world, and share experiences to learn from each other