Curriculum
The Aspiring Leaders Program consists of 9 in-person sessions, structured around a cohort model to foster collaboration and peer learning. The sessions focus on practical application and personal leadership development. Each session provides participants with the opportunity to engage in role-playing, group discussions, and leadership projects, ensuring that lessons can be put into practice immediately.
Upon completion, participants will possess key leadership skills, real-life tools, and a strategic understanding of how to lead with impact.
Learning Objectives
Module 1: Leading Relationships
- Interpersonal Effectiveness: Enhance leadership through relationship-building and collaboration techniques.
Module 2: Leading Purpose
- Purpose-Driven Leadership: Align leadership strategies with UTA’s core values and mission to drive purpose within teams and projects.
Module 3: Leading Accountability
- Problem-Solving and Accountability: Strengthen problem-solving abilities and learn how to hold yourself and others accountable for actions.
Module 4: Leading Change:
- Change Leadership and Adaptability: Develop strategies to adapt to and manage change, both personally and organizationally.
Participants will engage in discussions based on assigned leadership articles and books to deepen their understanding of leadership concepts.
Participants will complete a series of projects, including the development of a personalized leadership development plan, short presentations, and collaborative group projects.
A key component of the program will be the enhancement of public speaking skills, with regular opportunities for participants to practice and refine their presentation abilities.
Program Eligibility
To participate in the Aspiring Leaders Program, an employee must meet the following requirements:
- Demonstrates the aptitude for leadership but may not necessarily be in a traditional or formal leadership position.
- Applicant has been employed at UTA for at least 6 months.
- Applicants must have their supervisor's (or equivalent) approval to dedicate up to 6 hours per month to the Aspiring Leaders Program during their normal weekday.
- Complete the Aspiring Leaders Program Application by January 9th 2026.
- Applicant’s supervisor (or equivalent) must submit the Aspiring Leaders Program Supervisor Approval Form by Friday January 9th 2026 . The completion of the Supervisor Approval Form is necessary for your application to be considered complete.
Participation
Participants are expected to attend classes regularly. Employees who are interested in participating in the program should review the Aspiring Leaders Program Schedule located below and resolve any conflicts between work-related responsibilities and commitments with the program dates.
Graduation Requirements
Program participants are eligible for graduation by attending classes regularly, engaging with Praxis Partners, participating in class discussions and activities, and completing assigned tasks and inventories. Participants who miss more than one session will not be eligible to graduate from the program.
Schedule
Kickoff
- Leading with Impact, Regardless of Position
Module 1: Leading Relationships
- Leading Relationships: Self-Discovery and Improved Team Collaboration Using DISC
- Leading Relationships: Developing & Navigating Meaningful Relationships
Module 2: Leading with Purpose
- Leading with Purpose: Driving Purpose in the Workplace
- Leading with Purpose: From Purpose to Impact
Module 3: Leading Accountability
- Leading Accountability: From Thought to Action
- Leading Accountability: Building Success Through Accountability
Module 4: Leading Change
- Leading Change: Inspiring Adaptability and Forward Momentum
Graduation
- Graduation Ceremony / Program Closeout
