The Emerging Leader Program
Build the skills to lead with confidence, develop talent and drive lasting impact as you prepare for expanded leadership responsibilities.
Develop the Skills to Lead Others Effectively
Today's leaders must navigate workplace change, engage employees across generations, develop talent and deliver results. The Emerging Leader Program helps rising professionals strengthen their leadership capabilities through practical, business-focused learning experiences.
Participants will gain actionable strategies to address leadership challenges, improve collaboration, coach and develop team members and lead with greater confidence and effectiveness.
Two in-person days
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
April 6-7, 2027
Fee: $1,895* covers all course materials and breakfast, lunch and refreshments.
Certificates will be awarded based on successful completion of the two-day program.
*Discounts available for TCU alumni, faculty and staff, veterans, small businesses and group registrations. Contact neeleyexeced@tcu.edu for details.
Skills and Insights You Can Apply
- Identify and address leadership challenges in today's workplace.
- Leverage generational diversity to improve collaboration and innovation.
- Apply coaching techniques to develop talent and build high-performing teams.
- Drive accountability and achieve results aligned with organizational goals.
- Develop a leadership style that is authentic, adaptable and strategically focused.
Is This Course Right for You?
This program is designed for professionals preparing to move into management roles or seeking to strengthen their leadership effectiveness.
Ideal participants include:
- Emerging managers transitioning from individual contributor to team leader
- High-potential professionals identified for future leadership roles
- Team leads and supervisors seeking to expand their leadership impact
- Professionals responsible for coaching, developing or managing others
- Leaders looking to strengthen team performance and accountability
Program Sessions
Ryan Stafford
Explore what it takes to successfully step into a leadership role and make an impact early on. Learn practical ways to build and develop a strong team, create a shared sense of purpose, lead productive meetings and one-on-one conversations, and navigate tough conversations with confidence.
Tracy Rockett
Take a closer look at the generations represented in today’s workforce and how generational differences can shape workplace expectations, priorities and attitudes toward technology. Learn how to adapt your leadership approach to better connect with and engage team members across generations.
Linda Driver
Learn how to have coaching conversations that motivate employees and support their growth. Explore practical coaching and feedback techniques, how to recognize individual development needs, and when to coach, mentor, counsel or train.
Cindy James
Learn how to build trust, work through conflict and create a stronger sense of commitment and accountability across your team. Explore the behaviors that help teams work better together, navigate difficult conversations and stay focused on shared success.
Meet Your Faculty Leaders
Assistant Department Chair
817-257-7122
t.rockett@tcu.edu
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Key Contact:
Director of Executive Program Development