Courses & Pricing

Elevate your leadership skills with our Extended Supervisory Leadership Training program. This program-geared towards new and experienced supervisors-meets the needs of public sector supervisors who must communicate effectively in all directions: with the individual contributors on their team, the highest levels of leadership, and the peers in-between. This program uniquely spreads learning over four months, incorporating practical activities between sessions to deepen understanding. This course is designed to update and enhance your abilities, equipping you with innovative skills and strategies to tackle challenges, drive sustainable change, and boost employee efficiency. Across the three days of instruction and the final day of debriefing, we delve into a rich array of topics. As the course concludes, participants will develop actionable goals to apply their new skills and practices, ensuring lasting impact. Additionally, a straightforward observational task will be assigned, forming the foundation for our final-day debrief. This approach not only reinforces learning but also guarantees the translation of best practices into real-world action, fostering a lasting transformation in the organization.

$700 per person

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At the KU Public Management Center, we take great pride in serving as the hosting agency for the Kansas City/County Manager (KCCM) conference that brings together local leaders in Kansas. Teaming up with the Kansas Association of City/County Management (KACM) Conference Planning Committee, we are delighted to showcase this event as the association's spring conference.

 

Our primary objective is to curate content that is pertinent to the challenges faced by contemporary public service leaders. Beyond featuring enlightening and thought-provoking speakers, the conference plays a pivotal role in offering a crucial networking platform for leaders in local government.

 

We look forward to seeing you in Lawrence at the Oread Hotel on April 25th and 26th, 2024!



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The Inspiring Women in Public Administration Conference brings together women each year for a day of skills-building, connection and renewal. We work to inspire and support women working in public service to not only remain in public service careers but also to seek out leadership opportunities. We hope you'll join us!

To view the full agenda for the day and other conference details, visit https://kupmc.ku.edu/iwpa-2023-conference-details.

Please email kupmc@ku.edu with any questions.


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What is AASHTO Leadership Institute (ALI):

The AASHTO Leadership Institute (ALI) is a nine-day immersive professional development experience held in the heart of Lawrence, Kansas. ALI provides research-driven, professional instruction from KU faculty and transportation professionals. ALI focuses on self-discovery and practical management techniques. Over the course of ALI, participants build their leadership skills and knowledge, learn to motivate and enable employees for organizational excellence and develop a greater understanding of transportation issues and resources available. The content is provided in a rich, experiential way where participants can expect hands-on instruction, engaging discussions, and the opportunity to learn by doing.

Who Attends: 

Supervisors, managers, and leaders with organization-wide impact.

When: 

June 19 - 27 in Lawrence, Kansas

What Does Sponsorship Mean:

Platinum sponsorship - $2,000 includes 2 tickets to transportation reception, logo on conference materials, and linkage to the organization on the main page of the conference digital app.

Gold sponsorship - $1,000 includes 1 ticket to transportation reception, logo on conference materials.

Silver sponsorship - $500 includes logo on conference materials.



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We look forward to you joining us for the 2024 Kansas University City Managers and Trainees Alumni Organization (KUCIMAT) ICMA Reception in Pittsburgh, PA on Sunday, September 22nd! This year, we will embark on a special journey as we will journey down the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh for a sunset cruise. Join us on the Gateway Clipper boat, The Princess, for an evening voyage filled with networking, laughter, and meaningful programming to celebrate our fellow alumni and their accomplishments. The cost to attend is $100 which includes a full dinner and two drink tickets. Intentional programming will include presentation of the KUCIMAT board (new and outgoing members), KUCIMAT Board award recipients, updates from the School of Public Affairs and Administration, an introduction to the Class of 2026 and updates from the Class of 2025, planning for the MPA's 75th celebration in 2025, and more!


Sunday, September 22, 2024, (Pittsburgh, PA)
Register and enroll for Pi Alpha Alpha membership


April 3, 2024 to May 13, 2024