Pathways to Presidency: Developing a Roadmap
Check Back Soon For Conference Dates JOIN OUR MAILING LISTNo two paths to higher ed presidency are identical. Craft an individualized 1- to 3-year roadmap for your journey to the presidency.
Overview
With rapidly changing student demographics and growing pressures to prepare students for the workforce, there is an emerging momentum for more diversity in senior leadership positions within higher ed, especially at the pinnacle. The shifting nature of college presidency also calls for leaders who are financially literate and effective fundraisers. Due to these factors, boards are increasingly considering candidates coming from outside of the traditional academic background.
Whether they’re bringing a non-traditional or a more classic track record, it is imperative that aspiring presidents understand the changing demands of the presidency, are intentional in their leadership pursuits, can successfully navigate the application process, and proactively plan for their transition.
A Unique Opportunity to Advance Your Career
The goal of this one-of-a-kind program is to allow you to explore the presidency (including all its demands, requirements, and challenges), help you crystallize your ambitions, and understand what it’s going to take to get there.
This event is also a chance for non-traditional aspirants to recognize that they are viable candidates, as well as identify the characteristics and size of an institution where they might be a good fit.
Through a practical and interactive agenda, you’ll learn:
- How the presidency is developing in the context of systemic changes affecting higher ed
- Essential leadership skills of the future
- Common way presidents fail
- Non-traditional pathways to reaching presidency
- Key landmarks that can make or break a presidency
- How you can best identify your fit and craft your story
- The role of shared governance and consensus mentality in an egalitarian culture
What makes our events different?
Academic Impressions conferences provide the opportunity for quality conversations and relationship-building through both formal and informal networking opportunities in an intimate setting. Our in-depth and hands-on approach to learning provides you with actionable takeaways.
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Who Should Attend
This program is designed for those aspiring to the presidency in the next 1-3 years, including professionals who may not think they’re currently a candidate for the role. While all aspiring candidates can benefit from this training, it will especially benefit those who are taking the non-traditional path, including:
- VPs leading administrative functions
- Deans who wish to move directly into the role of President, including Academic Deans, Deans in Student Affairs, Administrative Affairs, and Development
- Board Chairs pursuing the presidency
- Leaders in the government and non-profit sector
This program is geared towards leaders who understand that the awareness and alignment of one’s values, strengths, and sense of purpose is foundational to effective and fulfilling leadership, particularly for the demanding and fluid role of the president.