Leadership for the Government Executive

Overview

The next generation of successful California government leaders will be those who know how to embrace and implement positive government transformation and build cross-functional and interagency relationships. These relationships will be key building blocks for our future leaders. This program will expand the practical application of the skills required to be successful in today’s changing business climate. Leaders will be challenged to develop and adopt statewide best practices, create interagency solutions, and develop relationships to implement and sustain government transformation efforts.

Audience

Participants in the program are considered senior leaders and include the executives and upper level managers from the business and program branches of departments, as well as the executives and upper level managers from the Information Technology programs. Individuals responsible for strategic planning and policy setting across agency and departmental lines are ideal candidates for nomination. While enrollment is limited to staff with specific responsibilities rather than specific titles, staff in the following classifications or titles are likely participants: Exempt, CEA, AIO, CIO, DPM III, DPM IV, SSM III, and other managerial classifications.

We encourage enrollment from all program areas (business and information technology).

Nominations are accepted from mid July to mid September. To nominate an individual, please read the information on this page and click on the Nomination process link at the bottom of the page.

Curriculum

Partnerships among different state agencies developed through this program provide a unique learning opportunity. The sessions are scheduled one day a month, sequentially, for eight months. Classes include guest speakers from both public and private sectors, case studies, networking and lecture. Participants will earn 4.9 continuing education units (CEUs) from California State University, Sacramento upon completion of the program.

Key executive and management issues that are addressed:

• Set the Statewide/Program Vision and Goals
• Build a Services Culture Through Effective Leadership
• Embrace Change and Overcome Obstacles
  
• Coach and Mentor for Individual Development
• Sustain Change Through Teamwork and Community
  
• Communicate Strategies for Long-term Success
  
• Measure and Evaluate Change Efforts

Schedule

The program is divided into cohorts. Two or more cohorts run simultaneously, but on different days with the exception of the first and last class, when the cohorts meet together. Classes will be offered annually. The course dates below are subject to change.

Program Schedule for Cohorts 5, 6 & 7
All sessions meet 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. except the final session.

Program Schedule for Cohorts 8 & 9(Accepting applications July 11, 2008 through Sept. 5, 2008)
All sessions meet 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. except the final session.

Sponsors

The College of Continuing Education at Sacramento State acknowledges the following individuals for their vision, support and collaboration in building this program:

J. Clark Kelso, State Chief Information Officer, State of California
David A. Gilb, Director, Department of Personnel Administration
William C. Bush, Director, Department of General Services

Frequently Asked Questions About the Program

Campus Maps and Driving Directions

Registration Agreement (.pdf)

Nominations for Cohorts 8 & 9 will be accepted from July 11, 2008 through September 5, 2008.