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Grade/Pay Level Scope Name Description Components
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Agency for International Development Logo Agency for International Development (USAID)
GS 13-14; FS 03-02 In Agency Only Emerging Leader Program (via OPM Federal Executive Institute) A 7-day residential program at the Federal Executive Institute, focusing on leadership and management, presentation skills, intercultural communication, and effective one-on-one interactions. The program is designed for mid-level employees who supervise others or manage significant agency programs. (It is also open to Presidential Management Fellows completing their fellowship in a GS-12 position.)
  • Coursework
  • Distance Learning
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
 Ruth Derr
rderr@usaid.gov
202-712-5564
GS 15; FS 01 In Agency Only Leadership Program (via OPM Federal Executive Institute) A 13-day residential program at the Federal Executive Institute focusing on organizational communications, creativity in organizations, media skills, enhancing group commitment, leadership through team building, and maximizing the use of the 360° feedback assessment for enhanced leadership. The program is designed for senior level managers who supervise other supervisors and are responsible for significant agency programs and resources.
  • Coursework
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
 Ruth Derr
rderr@usaid.gov
202-712-5564
SES/SFS In Agency Only Senior Executive Seminar (via OPM Federal Executive Institute) A 13-day program focusing on executive communications, global leadership, working with Congress, contemporary policy issues, mentoring and coaching skills, and effective use of the 360° feedback assessment for executive effectiveness. The program includes follow-on executive coaching for 9-12 months. Attendance is required for new Mission Directors.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
 Ruth Derr
rderr@usaid.gov
202-712-5564
Department of Agriculture Logo Department of Agriculture (USDA)
GS 5-7 In Agency Only Aspiring Leader Program (via USDA Graduate School) A 3-month program structured around three five-day seminars. Participants are assigned to a leadership development team during the first seminar. Through strengthening basic competencies and managerial skills, this program prepares federal employees for positions as team leaders, supervisors, and managers.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Interviews
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects
 http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=210&Itemid=154
GS 7-11 In Agency Only New Leader Program (via USDA Graduate School) A 6-month leadership development program designed to develop future public service leaders by providing assessment, experiential learning, and individual development opportunities. The program develops future public service leaders by providing a solid training and development foundation of leadership skills and team building, which are enhanced by agency developmental experiences.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Interviews
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects
 http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=211&Itemid=154
GS 9-15; SES In Agency Only Federal Executive Institute and Management Development Centers (via OPM Center for Leadership Capacity Services) These educational centers offer supervisors, managers, and executives learning experiences designed around the OPM Leadership Competencies by providing them with interagency residential training, customized courses, and consulting.
  • Coaching
  • Consulting
  • Coursework
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
 http://www.leadership.opm.gov
GS 11-13 In Agency Only Executive Leadership Program (via USDA Graduate School) A 10-month program designed to help participants develop the leadership skills and competencies needed to assume positions as team leaders, supervisors, or managers.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Interviews
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects
 http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=213&Itemid=154
GS 13-15 In Agency Only Executive Potential Program (via USDA Graduate School) A 1-year competency-based leadership program designed to develop senior-level public service employees into more effective leaders. The program is based on the Office of Personnel Management's Executive Core Qualifications and USDA's Leadership Effectiveness Inventory.
  • Benchmarking Site Visits
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Interviews
  • Mentoring
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects
  • 360° Feedback Assessment
 http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=213&Itemid=154
GS 13-15 In Agency Only Legis Fellows Program (via the Brookings Center for Executive Education) Brookings LEGIS Fellows experience firsthand the processes and politics of Congress during a 7 or 12-month assignment on Capitol Hill. They learn how to effectively manage and lead the legislative objectives of USDA by becoming key members of a congressional office or committee staff. Fellows maintain a "federal employee in training" status and continue to receive their regular salaries from USDA throughout the fellowship period.
  • Coursework
  • Rotational Assignment(s)
 http://www.brook.edu/execed/fellows/legis_fellows.htm
GS 14-15 Federal Government-Wide SES Candidate Development Program An 18-month program during which the candidate is provided with opportunities to build competence in the OPM Executive Core Qualifications. Participation in this program is based on a competitive selection process restricted to individuals with at least 1 year of leadership experience in a position at the GS-14/15 level or equivalent. Successful completion of the program provides eligibility for appointment to the USDA SES without competition.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Distance Learning
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Interviews
  • Mentoring
  • Team Projects
 Janet Lynch
janet.lynch@usda.gov
202-260-4378
All Levels In Agency Only AGLEARN USDA's on-line learning system offering professional development courses designed by SkillSoft.
  • Distance Learning
 http://www.aglearn.usda.gov
Department of Agriculture/Administrative and Financial Management Logo Department of Agriculture/Administrative and Financial Management (USDA/AFM)
GS 11-15 In Agency Only Leadership Evaluation and Development Program (via the Agricultural Research Service) A 24-month program designed to develop the Administrative and Financial Management (AFM) leaders of tomorrow.
  • Congressional Briefing Conference
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Self-development Activities
 http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/programs/LEAD/lead1.htm
Department of Agriculture/Agricultural Marketing Service Logo Department of Agriculture/Agricultural Marketing Service (USDA/AMS)
GS 9-15 In Agency Only Basics of Supervisory Success I A 1-week program providing new AMS supervisors and managers with fundamental knowledge and skills in the areas of supervision and management in order to help them meet new job-related challenges.
  • Coursework
 http://www.ams.usda.gov/training/boss1.htm
GS 11-13 In Agency Only Professional Skills and Tools A program to strengthen the effectiveness of AMS employees in three separate but related performance dimensions: personal, interpersonal, and organizational. The program features seven 1-week training sessions.
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Mentoring
  • Seminars
 http://www.ams.usda.gov/training/
GS 12-15 In Agency Only Basics of Supervisory Success II A 1-week program providing experienced AMS supervisors with a practical, hands-on approach to supervision. The program includes an assessment of participants' interpersonal styles to understand how interactions can influence others in the work setting. In addition, skills related to oral communication, customer service, and stress management are developed.
  • Coursework
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
 http://www.ams.usda.gov/training/boss2.htm
GS 12-15 In Agency Only People Side of Supervision A 3-day course focusing on techniques for cultivating and maintaining productive interpersonal relationships among AMS employees. Topics covered include leadership and motivation, active listening, effective questioning, non-verbal communication, interest-based problem solving, and situational leadership.
  • Coursework
 http://www.ams.usda.gov/training/
GS 12-15 In Agency Only Work Side of Supervision A seminar designed to help AMS managers and supervisors manage the work flow of the office and maintain productive relationships in the process. Topics covered include performance management, delegating work, planning skills, meeting management goals, coaching, and counseling.
  • Coursework
 http://www.ams.usda.gov/training/
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Executive Development Training A senior-level program designed to build an SES candidate pool for AMS.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Mentoring
  • Rotational Assignment(s)
 http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/hrd/empdev/LDP2.PDF
Department of Agriculture/Agricultural Research Service Logo Department of Agriculture/Agricultural Research Service (USDA/ARS)
GS 13-15 In Agency Only Path to Leadership Program A 9-month program designed to provide ARS employees with the opportunity to learn about leadership roles and to be developed as tomorrow's leaders.
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Interviews
 http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/hrd/empdev/LDP2.PDF
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Executive Professional Excellence and Knowledge A 24-month program designed to develop a pool of culturally diverse, highly quialifed men and women as potential future leaders of ARS.
  • Congressional Briefing Conference
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Self-development Activities
 http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/hrd/empdev/LDP2.PDF
GS 14-15 In Agency Only New Research Leader Training Program A 24-month program to provide new research leaders with the resources and information needed to meet the challenges and responsibilities of leadership in ARS.
  • Congressional Briefing Conference
  • Coursework
  • Interviews
 http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/hrd/empdev/LDP2.PDF
Department of Agriculture/Animal and Plant Inspection Service Logo Department of Agriculture/Animal and Plant Inspection Service (USDA/APHIS)
GS 7-11 In Agency Only The Advancing Leader Program A 12-month program designed to identify high potential APHIS employees who show the desire and ability to move up into higher-level leadership positions.
  • Coaching
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • On-the-job Training
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
 http://www.aphis.usda.gov/mrpbs/training/leadership.html
GS 7-12 In Agency Only Fundamentals of APHIS Human Resource Management An 80-hour program for APHIS employees, consisting of 40 hours of classroom instruction, 12-15 hours of distance learning, and self-paced study. The coursework complies with OPM competency requirements for supervisors and managers as outlined in OPM's Leadership Effectiveness Framework.
  • Coursework
  • Distance Learning
 http://www.aphis.usda.gov/mrpbs/training/fahrm.html
GS 12-14 In Agency Only Leadership Development Program An 18-month program designed to provide APHIS with a cadre of employees who have a solid training and development foundation in leadership and management competencies and who have an interest in pursuing future APHIS leadership positions.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Mentoring
  • On-the-job Training
  • Team Projects
 Tim Blackburn
tim.g.blackburn@usda.gov
301-734-5738
Department of Agriculture/Farm Service Agency Logo Department of Agriculture/Farm Service Agency (USDA/FSA)
GS 7-12 In Agency Only National FSA Management Training Program A 1-week (40-hour) course designed to prepare County Operations Trainees to become FSA County Executive Directors and Farm Loan Managers.
  • Coursework
 Arlene Bailey
arlene.bailey@usda.gov
202-401-0339
GS 13 In Agency Only Advanced Leadership Skills for the District Director Program A 1-week (40-hour) course designed to develop leaders within the District Director Program of FSA.
  • Coursework
 Tanya Coram-Howard
tanya.coram-howard@usda.gov
202-205-3782
GS 13 In Agency Only Farm Loan Chief Development Program A 30+-hour program of mentoring and instruction in leadership skills for FSA employees.
  • Coursework
  • Mentoring
 Tom Montgomery
tom.montgomery@usda.gov
202-401-0332
Department of Agriculture/Food Nutrition and Consumer Services Logo Department of Agriculture/Food Nutrition and Consumer Services (USDA/FNCS)
GS 11-14 In Agency Only Leadership Institute This institute develops future leaders for Food, Nutrition, and Customer Services (FNCS) by offering ambitious high-performing FNCS employees quality leadership training in the form of four 1-week seminars, team projects dealing with real FNCS issues, and mentoring.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Mentoring
  • Team Projects
 Claudine Deslauriers
703-305-2355
Claudine.Deslauriers@fns.usda.gov

OR

T. Geoffrey Gay
703-305-2040
T.Geoffrey.Gay@fns.usda.gov
GS 12-15 In Agency Only Supervisory Excellence Program A program developed to fulfill the agency requirement that all new FNCS supervisors undergo 40 hours of supervisory training in their first year and that all other supervisors undergo 20 hours of supervisory training annually. While some training is provided by FNCS, the rest must be done through other agencies or external educational institutions.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
 Aleta Haynes
Aleta.Haynes@fns.usda.gov
703-305-2320

OR

T. Geoffrey Gay
T.Geoffrey.Gay@fns.usda.gov
703-305-2040
Department of Agriculture/Food Safety and Inspection Service Logo Department of Agriculture/Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA/FSIS)
GS 12-14 In Agency Only New Supervisor Program A 2-week program created to strengthen the leadership skills of new supervisors and team leaders in FSIS. Training is based on a supervisory job performance model, including class instruction, between-session learning activities, and participant presentations.
  • Coursework
 http://www.fsis.usda.gov/About_FSIS/Organization_&_Employee_Development_Branch/index.asp
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Leadership Assessment Development Program A program designed to support FSIS succession planning goals and to ensure that experienced supervisors are updated on agency specific issues and mandates.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Team Projects
 http://www.fsis.usda.gov/About_FSIS/Organization_&_Employee_Development_Branch/index.asp
Department of Agriculture/Forest Service Logo Department of Agriculture/Forest Service (USDA/FS)
GS 13-14 In Agency Only Senior Leader Program A 1-year program to prepare leaders to move up to the GS 14 or 15 level of responsibility in FS. It consists of four phases:
I – Orientation Program
II – National Policy Seminar
III – COHORT Workshop
IV – CAPSTONE Symposium
  • Coursework
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Rotational Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects
 Don Haake
donald.a.haake@usda.gov
303-445-3802
Department of Commerce Logo Department of Commerce (DOC)
GS 7-12 In Agency Only Aspiring Leaders Development Program A 12-month program designed to provide a series of developmental experiences for high potential employees. Participants remain in their current positions and attend program activities when scheduled. Participation in this program is based on a competitive selection process limited to individuals with at least 1 year in a position at the GS 7-12 levels or equivalent.
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Mentoring
  • Seminars
  • Team Projects
 flang@doc.gov
GS 13-14 In Agency Only Executive Leadership Development Program A 18-month program designed for employees who plan to become leaders in upper management positions. The demanding curriculum must be completed while balancing current job assignments. Participation in this program is based on a competitive selection process limited to individuals with at least 1 year in a position at the GS-13/14 level or equivalent.
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Mentoring
  • On-the-job Training
  • Speaker Series
  • Team Projects
 flang@doc.gov
GS 14-15 In Agency Only SES Candidate Development Program An 18-month program during which candidates are provided with opportunities to build competence in the OPM Executive Core Qualifications. Successful completion of the program provides eligibility for appointment to the SES without competition. Participation is based on a competitive selection process restricted to individuals with at least 1 year of leadership experience in a position at the GS-14/15 level or equivalent.
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Mentoring
  • Speaker Series
  • Team Projects
 flang@doc.gov
Department of Commerce/National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Logo Department of Commerce/National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (DOC/NOAA)
GS 11-15 In Agency Only Federal Government-Wide NOAA’s National Weather Service (NWS) Leadership Academy The NWS Leadership Academy is founded on a sequential and progressive approach designed to develop people and improve performance. From entry into the agency to senior career status, NWS employees can take advantage of courses and processes that are part of a powerful management and leadership learning environment. (Certain courses are open to employees from other agencies.)
  • Consulting
  • Residential Coursework
  • Distance Learning
 http://www.nwstc.noaa.gov/d.train/LEADER.HTML
GS 13-15 In Agency Only NOAA Leadership Competencies Development Program An 18-month program designed for NOAA employees who have high potential for assuming greater leadership responsibilities. It promotes cross-line, multidisciplinary experiences that broaden participants’ understanding of NOAA’s strategic vision, mission and goals, as well as its business processes. Participation in this program is based on a competitive selection process limited to individuals with at least 1 year in a NOAA position at the GS 13-15 levels or equivalent.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Mentoring
  • Networking
 http://lcdp.noaa.gov/msgus.html
GS 13-15 In Agency Only NOAA Leadership Seminar A 3-day residential seminar sponsored by NOAA’s senior management every 6 months for about 150 GS 13-15 (or equivalent) NOAA employees. It provides participants with a better understanding of the NOAA vision and strategies to achieve it.
  • Residential Coursework
 http://www.wfm.noaa.gov/NLS/
Department of Defense Logo Department of Defense (DOD)
GS 5-7 In Agency Only Aspiring Leader Program (via USDA Graduate School) A 3-month program structured around three 5-day seminars. Participants are assigned to aleadership development team during the first seminar. Through strengthening basic competencies and managerial skills, this program prepares federal employees for positions as team leaders, supervisors, and managers
  • Residential Coursework
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Interviews
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects
 http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=210&Itemid=154
GS 7-11 In Agency Only New Leader Program (via USDA Graduate School) A 6-month leadership development program designed to develop future public service leaders by providing assessment, experiential learning, and individual development opportunities. The program develops future public service leaders by providing a solid training and development foundation of leadership skills and team building, which are enhanced by agency developmental experiences.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Interviews
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects
 http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=211&Itemid=154
GS 11-13 In Agency Only Executive Leadership Program (via USDA Graduate School) A 10-month program designed to help participants develop the leadership skills and competencies needed to assume positions as team leaders, supervisors, or managers.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Interviews
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects
 http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=212&Itemid=154
GS 12-14 In Agency Only Executive Leadership Development Program A 10-month program providing members of the military & civilians with extensive exposure to the roles and missions of DoD and an increased understanding of today’s warfighters. Its objective is to prepare participants to move into senior management positions in DoD.
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
 http://www.cpms.osd.mil/jldd/eldp_index.aspx
13-15 In Agency Only Executive Potential Program (via USDA Graduate School) A 1-year competency-based leadership program designed to develop senior-level public service employees into more effective leaders. The program is based on OPM's Executive Core Qualifications and USDA's Leadership Effectiveness Inventory.
  • Benchmarking Site Visits
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Interviews
  • Mentoring
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects
  • 360° Feedback Assessment
 http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=213&Itemid=154
GS 12-15; SES In Agency Only Office of the Secretary of Defense Graduate Fellowship A program that provides funding for study in order to ensure that DoD retains the most qualified workforce. Participation in this program is based on a competitive selection process limited to individuals with at least 5 years in a position at the GS-12 level or above.
  • Coursework
 http://hrd.whs.mil/page.cfm?info=242
GS 13-15; SES In Agency Only Congressional Fellowship Program "A program devoted to expanding participants’ knowledge of Congress by arranging for them to serve on a Congressional staff for 9 months. Participation in this program, which is sponsored by the American Political Science Association, is based on a competitive selection process limited to individuals with at least 2 years in a DoD position at the GS-13 level or above. "
  • Coaching
  • Rotational Assignment(s)
 http://www.apsanet.org
GS 13-15; SES In Agency Only Key Executive Masters in Public Administration (via American University) The Key Executive MPA is a 36- credit graduate degree program designed for Federal government professionals. Participants maintain employment while attending courses on selected weekends (Friday and Saturday) for 20 months. The Key Executive mission is to foster better government by educating professionals and managers to become effective, top-quality team and executive leaders. Key Executive courses provide exposure to all of the Executive Core Qualifications required for Senior Executive Service consideration.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
 http://spa.american.edu/executivempa/key
GS 13-15; SES In Agency Only Legis Fellows Program (via the Brookings Center for Executive Education) LEGIS Fellows experience firsthand the processes and politics of Congress during 7- or 12-month assignments on Capitol Hill. Fellows learn how to effectively manage and lead the legislative objectives of the DoD by becoming key members of a congressional office or committee staff. Throughout the fellowship period, fellows maintain a "federal employee in training" status and continue to receive their regular DoD salaries .
  • Coursework
  • Rotational Assignment(s)
 http://www.brook.edu/execed/fellows/legis_fellows.htm
GS 13-15; SES; O5-6 and above (one grade lower may waiver) Federal Government-Wide Outside of Federal Government Advanced Management Program A 14-week resident program at National Defense University's Information Resources Management College (IRM College) that covers key leadership competencies (Policy, Planning, Performance, Process, Acquisition, Information Assurance; Strategic Leader Development). Includes field studies and a Strategic Leader Development component. Graduates receive the Chief Information Officer graduate certificate and the AMP certificate. Geared toward information leaders in the federal government and private sector.
  • Benchmarking Site Visits
  • Coursework
  • Discussions
  • Lectures
  • Networking
 http://www.ndu.edu/irmc/pcs_amp.htm
GS 13-15; SES; O5-6 and above (one grade lower may waiver) Federal Government-Wide Outside of Federal Government Chief Information Officer Certificate Students choose 8 courses (each course either 1 week in residence or 12 weeks on-line) from many to complete the certificate, which is organized around 11 Federal CIO Council competencies. Teaches managers to lead across boundaries and link decisions regarding people, processes, and technology. Can also be completed as part of the 14-week resident Advanced Management Program.
  • Coursework
  • Discussions
  • Distance Learning
  • Lectures
  • Networking
 http://www.ndu.edu/irmc/pcs_cio.htm
GS 13-15; SES; O5-6 and above (one grade lower may waiver) Federal Government-Wide Outside of Federal Government Information Assurance Certificates (4011, 4012, CISO) A series of three related graduate certificate programs (4, 5, or 8 courses) (each course either 1 week in residence or 12 weeks on-line) that prepares leaders to protect information and critical infrastructures. The IRM College is a Center of Academic Excellence in IA education, and will prepare students to make critical IA decisions.
  • Coursework
  • Discussions
  • Distance Learning
  • Lectures
  • Networking
 http://www.ndu.edu/irmc/pcs_ia.htm
GS 13-15; SES; O5-6 and above (one grade lower may waiver) Federal Government-Wide Outside of Federal Government Enterprise Architecture Certificate A 7-course certificate program (each course either 1 week in residence or 12 weeks on-line) designed to teach leaders how to develop, implement, and manage an EA. Advanced program that addresses policy and technical competencies, including Clinger-Cohen Act responsibilities.
  • Coursework
  • Discussions
  • Distance Learning
  • Lectures
  • Networking
 http://www.ndu.edu/irmc/pcs_ea.htm
GS 13-15; SES; O5-6 and above (one grade lower may waiver) Federal Government-Wide Outside of Federal Government IT-Project Management Certificate A 6-course certificate program (each course either 1 week in residence or 12 weeks on-line) that teaches managers to lead complex IT and software acquisition projects by applying leadership skills, IT-PM concepts, methods, and best practices. Will aid graduates in attaining PMP Certification.
  • Coursework
  • Discussions
  • Distance Learning
  • Lectures
  • Networking
 http://www.ndu.edu/irmc/pcs_itpmc.htm
GS 13-15; SES; O5-6 and above (one grade lower may waiver) Federal Government-Wide Outside of Federal Government Organizational Transformation Certificate Students choose 8 courses (each course either 1 week in residence or 12 weeks on-line) from many to complete the certificate and can tailor the program to fit their needs. Teaches leaders to thrive in an environment of change, to think creatively, and to respond with agility. Specialty topics in Homeland Security, COOP, Information Operations, and Netcentricity.
  • Coursework
  • Discussions
  • Distance Learning
  • Lectures
  • Networking
 http://www.ndu.edu/irmc/pcs_otc.htm
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Defense Leadership and Management Program DoD’s premier executive development program for senior Defense civilians and a key component of its succession planning strategy. It is a means to develop a cadre of highly capable senior civilian leaders, each with a Master's Degree and a DoD-wide perspective on managing the Department’s workforce and programs.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
 http://www.cpms.osd.mil/jldd/dlamp_index.aspx
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Excellence in Government Fellows Program (via Council for Excellence in Government) A 12-month program, during which the fellows build the skills to lead people, communicate effectively, form partnerships, remain focused and flexible in changing work environments, and achieve important results. Participants remain in their current positions and attend program activities when scheduled.
  • Benchmarking Site Visits
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Team Projects
 http://www.excelgov.org/index.php?keyword=a432f9dcf477ba
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Senior Executive Fellows Program (via Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government) "A 4-week program designed to help senior executives develop integrated skills of strategy and leadership. It provides participants with the tools needed to adopt a strategic leadership role that will enable them to look at issues from new perspectives and generate a wider range of possible solutions."
  • Coursework
  • Team Projects
 http://www.ksg.harvard.edu/smg-sef/program.htm
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Senior Executive Service Development Seminars (via USDA Graduate School) A series of 5 SES seminars designed to help position participants for selection into the SES. Each seminar reflects different key components of OPM's Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
  • Seminars
 http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_dcontent&id=7
GS 14-15; SES In Agency Only Seminar XXI (via The Massachusetts Institute of Technology) A 1-semester educational program for senior military officers, government and NGO officials, and executives in the national security policy community. The program's objective is to provide future leaders of that community with enhanced analytic skills for understanding foreign countries and the relations among them.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
 http://web.mit.edu/semxxi
GS 14-15; SES In Agency Only Senior Executive Development Program (via George Mason University) A program exposing participants to new ideas about leadership and strategic thinking in order to enhance their potential for growth within DoD. The program is offered in two formats: 2 days a week for 5 weeks or 5 days a week for 2 weeks.
  • Coursework
 http://policy.gmu.edu/programs/programs_execed.html
GS 15; SES In Agency Only Industrial College of the Armed Forces (ICAF) Masters Program in National Resource Strategy A 10-month program to train senior leaders in the art and science of developing, applying, and coordinating the instruments of national power with special emphasis on material acquisition and joint logistics.
  • Residential Coursework
 http://www.ndu.edu/icaf
GS 15; SES In Agency Only Leadership for a Democratic Society (via OPM’s Federal Executive Institute) A 4-week program bringing together managers and executives from 25 to 30 Federal agencies for a unique, residential learning experience. The objective is to help agencies in the development of their career executive corps, linking individual development to improved agency performance. Within an overarching emphasis on our government's constitutional framework, themes dealt with in the program are personal leadership, organizational transformation, policy, and global perspectives.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Site Visits
  • Team Projects
 http://www.leadership.opm.gov/programs/Executive-Leadership-Development/LDS/Index.aspx
GS 15; SES In Agency Only National War College Masters Program in National Security Strategies A Masters Degree program offered at Ft. McNair in Washington, D.C., which prepares students for planning and conducting global wars as well as for making peacetime national security and strategy decisions.
  • Residential Coursework
 http://www.ndu.edu
SES In Agency Only SES Briefings for New Executives (via OPM's Center for Leadership Capacity Services) A 1-day program which informs attendees of the president's vision and mission, key Executive Branch initiatives and priorities, and the relationship between agency activities and domestic and foreign policy issues.
  • Networking
  • Seminars
 http://www.leadership.opm.gov/Planning/SESBriefings/index.aspx
Department of Defense/Air Force Logo Department of Defense/Air Force (DOD/AirForce)
GS 12-14 In Agency Only Air Force National Laboratories Technical Fellowship Program A program consisting of two 1-year phases:
Phase 1 is academically focused on the fundamentals of nuclear weapons.
Phase 2 applies the previous year's education in a laboratory environment.
  • Residential Coursework
 AFPC/DPIA
210-565-3053
GS 13-15 In Agency Only Air Force Institute of Technology Graduate Programs in:
-Engineering Management
-Information Resources Management
-Information Systems Management
-Logistics Management		 One-year Master's Degree Programs for middle and upper-level managers working in the fields of engineering, communication/information, and logistics. Participation in this program is limited to Air Force employees at the GS 13-15 levels with 7 years of relevant experience in public service.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
 http://www.afit.edu
GS 13-15 In Agency Only Masters Program in Public Administration (via Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government) A Master of Arts program directed toward mid-career professionals who want to strengthen their management skills and develop their ability to analyze policy.
  • Residential Coursework
 http://www.ksg.harvard.edu/main/kennedy.shtml
GS 13-15 In Agency Only Masters Program in Public Policy (via Prinction University's Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs) An intensive 1-year program providing rising leaders in international and domestic public policy with an opportunity to broaden their economic, policy, and leadership skills. This rigorous in-residence program is designed for mid-career professionals with at least seven years of public service experience in government agencies and nonprofit organizations in the United States and abroad. The goal is to prepare experienced professionals to return to their careers ready to assume significant leadership positions in an increasingly complex public service environment.
  • Residential Coursework
 http://www.wws.princeton.edu/acad-adm/programs/mpp.html
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Air War College Masters Program in Strategic Studies A 10-month Master's Degree Program at Maxwell Airforce Base, focusing on the military strategy/employment of air and space forces, including joint operations, in support of national security.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
 http://www.maxwell.af.mil/au/awc
GS 14-15 In Agency Only E-Government Fellows (via Council for Excellence in Government) Participants in this 21-day program are challenged by a curriculum — combining leadership development with an examination of best practices — that illustrates the power of technology as a leadership tool to achieve important results. Participants enjoy one-on-one interaction with leaders who design and produce the latest technologies, set technology policies, and successfully use technology to deliver significant results.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Networking
 http://www.excelgov.org/displayContent.php?NewsItemID=167&keyword=a4329406463f80&searchWord=E-government%20fellows
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Excellence in Government Fellows Program (via Council for Excellence in Government) A 12-month program, during which the fellows build the skills to lead people, communicate effectively, form partnerships, remain focused and flexible in changing work environments, and achieve important results. Participants remain in their current positions and attend program activities when scheduled.
  • Benchmarking Site Visits
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Team Projects
 http://www.excelgov.org/index.php?keyword=a432f9dcf477ba
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Industrial College of the Armed Forces Masters Program in National Resource Strategy A 10-month program in National Security Strategy focusing on the use of resources. Participation in this program is limited to Air Force employees in a position at the GS 14-15 levels.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
 http://www.ndu.edu/icaf
GS 14-15 In Agency Only RAND Fellowship A 1-year program during which RAND Fellows employ advanced research techniques while working on Air Force-sponsored research.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
 http://www.cadre.maxwell.af.mil/af_fellows
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Sloan Fellows Program in Innovation and Global Leadership (via Massachusetts Institute of Technology) A 1-year MBA program geared toward mid-career executives who want to build knowledge, networks, global understanding, and their own personal leadership paradigms. Participation in this program is limited to Air Force GS 14-15 employees with strong quantitative and analytical skills and 10-15 years of professional work experience.
  • Residential Coursework
 http://www.mitsloan.mit.edu
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Sloan Masters Program (via Stanford University's Graduate School of Business) A demanding 10-month academic experience designed to deepen the command of all disciplines required for success as a general manager. Participation in this program is limited to Air Force employees with at least 5 years experience at the GS 14-15 levels.
  • Conferences
  • Residential Coursework
 http://www.gsb.stanford.edu/sloan
GS 15 In Agency Only Leadership Seminar A 5-day seminar providing the tools necessary to effectively execute leadership roles and responsibilities and develop diverse leadership skills as well as contemporary management concepts.
  • Coursework
 HQ USAF/A1PF
604-493-1629
Department of Defense/Army Logo Department of Defense/Army (DOD/Army)
GS 5-9 In Agency Only Army Intern Program A centralized, progressive, sequential, educational system that develops interns from the US Army for leadership positions.
  • Coursework
  • Distance Learning
  • On-the-job Training
 http://www.Cpol.army.mil
GS 5-15 In Agency Only Civilian Education System A centralized, progressive, sequential, educational system that consists of foundational, basic, intermediate, and advanced courses in leadership development.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Distance Learning
 http://www.amsc.belvoir.army.mil
GS 9-13 In Agency Only U.S. Department of Agriculture Graduate School An educational center offering leadership training in all phases of management. The training is designed to equip employees with basic, intermediate, supervisory, and management skills.
  • Coursework
  • Mentoring
  • On-the-job Training
  • Team Projects
 http://www.grad.usda.gov
GS 9-15; SES In Agency Only Federal Executive Institute and Management Development Centers (via OPM Center for Leadership Capacity Services) Educational centers offering supervisors, managers, and executives learning experiences designed around the OPM Leadership Competencies by providing them with interagency residential training, customized courses, and consulting.
  • Coaching
  • Consulting
  • Coursework
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
 http://www.leadership.opm.gov
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Army War College Senior Service College Senior Service College (SSC) prepares civilians for positions of greatest responsibility in the DoD. SSC requires an understanding of complex policy and operational challenges and increased knowledge of the national security mission. The SSCs available are the Army War College and the Army War College Distance Education Courses.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Distance Learning
 http://carlisle-www.army.mil/index.shtml
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Senior Executive Fellows Program (via Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government) A 4-week program designed to help senior executives develop integrated skills of strategy and leadership. It provides participants with effective tools needed to adopt a strategic leadership role that will enable them to look at issues from new perspectives and generate a wider range of possible solutions.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Team Projects
 http://www.ksg.harvard.edu/smg-sef/program.htm
GS 15; SES In Agency Only Leadership for a Democratic Society (via the Federal Executive Institute) A 4-week program bringing SES members and high-performance GS-15s together for courses that help executives develop broad corporate viewpoints, understand their constitutional roles, and enhance essential leadership competencies.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Site Visits
  • Team Projects
 http://cpol.army.mil/library/train/catalog/ch04fei.html
Department of Defense/Army Corps of Engineers/Career Program Management Logo Department of Defense/Army Corps of Engineers/Career Program Management (DOD/ACE/CP-18)
GS 12-13 In Agency Only US Army Corps of Engineers Leadership & Development Program A program consisting of 3 years of coursework and mentoring in addition to a 6-month developmental assignment, all of which is designed to expand the participant’s understanding of the Army engineer community, and prepare him/her to assume positions of leadership.
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Mentoring
 edmond.g.gauvreau@usace.army.mil
Department of Defense/Army/Acquisition Support Center/Contracting Career Program Office Logo Department of Defense/Army/Acquisition Support Center/Contracting Career Program Office (DOD/Army/ASC/CP-14)
GS 14-15 In Agency Only Contracting Career Program Office Senior Leader Development Program An 18-month program, during which participants receive extensive training based on Army core leadership competencies, through residential coursework, mentoring, team projects, and developmental assignments. Participation in this program is based on a competitive selection process open only to individuals within ASC/CP-14 who have breadth & depth of experience and have exhibited senior leader potential.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Mentoring
  • On-the-job Training
  • Interagency Rotational Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects
 http://asc.army.mil/programs/cp/opportunities.cfm
Department of Defense/Defense Commissary Agency Logo Department of Defense/Defense Commissary Agency (DOD/DeCA)
GS 4-15 In Agency Only DeCA Civilian Academic Degree Program A program that provides funding so that DeCA employees can obtain college degrees to support the agency’s organizational mission.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Mentoring
 Deloris Jordan
deloris.jordan@deca.mil
804-765-2768
GS 5-15 In Agency Only DeCA On-the-job Development Assignments These 6-8 week work assignments prepare DeCA employees to take on greater responsibilities.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Mentoring
 Deloris Jordan
deloris.jordan@deca.mil
804-765-2768
GS 12-14 In Agency Only DeCA Corporate Successor Development Program A 2-4 year program to develop employees’ leadership/managerial skills necessary to fill upper-level positions within DeCA.
  • Coursework
  • Rotational Assignment(s)
  • Seminars
  • Team Projects
 Deloris Jordan
deloris.jordan@deca.mil
804-765-2768
Department of Defense/Defense Contract Audit Agency Logo Department of Defense/Defense Contract Audit Agency (DOD/DCAA)
GS 12-13 In Agency Only DCAA Supervisory Development Program A 1-year program consisting of developmental assignments and training to prepare contract auditors for supervisory positions, ensuring that DCAA retains the most qualified workforce.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Rotational Assignment(s)
 Mr. Samuel J. Harker
Sam.Harker@dcaa.mil
901-325-6100
GS 13-15 In Agency Only DCAA Director’s Fellowship Program in Management A program that provides funding for the graduate studies of supervisors and managers in order to ensure that DCAA retains the most qualified workforce.
  • Coursework
 Dr. Joseph Burton
Joe.Burton@dcaa.mil
901-325-6114
Department of Defense/Defense Contract Management Agency Logo Department of Defense/Defense Contract Management Agency (DOD/DCMA)
GS 7-11 In Agency Only DCMA New Leader Program (via USDA Graduate School) A 6-month leadership development program designed to develop future DCMA leaders by providing assessment, experiential learning, and individual development opportunities. The program develops such leaders by providing a solid training and development foundation of leadership skills and team building, which are enhanced by agency developmental experiences.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Interviews
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects

http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=211&Itemid=154

 
GS 7-13 In Agency Only DCMA Tier II Leadership Development Program A program providing management with a vehicle for developing non-supervisory employees with leadership competencies key to DCMA's ability to meet its customers’ needs. It is a locally based program that provides individuals in DCMA with leadership-growth opportunities over a period of approximately three years.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Mentoring
 http://home.dcma.mil/dcma-hrw/leadership_development/tierII.htm
GS 11-13 In Agency Only DCMA Executive Leadership Program (via USDA Graduate School) A 10-month program helping DCMA employees to develop the leadership skills and competencies needed to assume positions as team leaders, supervisors, or managers.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Developmental Assignment(s)
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Interviews
  • Shadowing Assignment(s)
  • Team Projects

http://www.grad.usda.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=212&Itemid=154

GS 11-15 In Agency Only DCMA Tomorrow's Leadership Initiative DCMA’s premier leadership development initiative, designed to create a cadre of high potential, self-motivated, well-rounded employees who possess the agency’s key leadership competencies and are capable of performing higher-level responsibilities. The initiative provides competitively selected high-potential DCMA employees with the opportunity to build leadership competencies that are key to DCMA’s long-term success in supporting its ultimate customer, the “war fighter.” Individuals selected for this opportunity remain in their position of record during training, which is tailored to the individual’s needs as outlined in their individual development plan. However, participants are expected to complete the requirements within a 2-5 year period.
  • Coursework
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Mentoring
  • Rotational Assignment(s)

http://home.dcma.mil/dcma-hrw/leadership_development/TL_Guidance.doc

 
GS 13-15 In Agency Only DCMA Cohort Training Program A 3-month program consisting of four integrated courses supported by individual coaching, a wide battery of assessments, and three text books. The courses focus on self-assessment and developing the OPM leadership competencies.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Seminars
 http://home.dcma.mil/dcma-hrw/leadership_development/cohort.htm
GS 13-15 In Agency Only DCMA Darden Executive Education Program (via the University of Virginia) A 4-week program providing an intense, highly integrated, active learning experience. A core group of senior faculty members pool their talents and expertise to ensure that each participant leaves with a vastly more sophisticated global business viewpoint. The program covers issues such as strategy, leadership, change, and team building, as well as introduces revolutionary practices in functional areas including marketing, operations, technology management, and finance.
  • Coaching
  • Coursework
 http://www.darden.virginia.edu/exed/tep/index.htm
GS 13-15; SES In Agency Only DCMA Legis Fellows Program (via the Brookings Center for Executive Educaton) LEGIS Fellows experience firsthand the processes and politics of Congress during 7- or 12-month assignments on Capitol Hill. Fellows learn how to effectively manage and lead the legislative objectives of DCMA by becoming key members of a congressional office or committee staff. Throughout the fellowship period, fellows maintain a "federal employee in training" status and continue to receive their regular DCMA salaries.
  • Coursework
  • Rotational Assignment(s)
 http://www.brook.edu/execed/fellows/legis_fellows.htm
GS 14-15 In Agency Only DCMA Senior Executive Fellows Program (via Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government) A 4-week program designed to help DCMA senior executives develop integrated skills of strategy and leadership. It provides participants with effective tools needed to adopt a strategic leadership role that will enable them to look at issues from new perspectives and generate a wider range of possible solutions.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Team Projects
 http://www.ksg.harvard.edu/smg-sef/program.htm
GS 15; SES In Agency Only DCMA Leadership for a Democratic Society (via OPM's Federal Executive Institute) A 4-week program bringing together managers and executives from 25 to 30 Federal agencies for a unique, residential learning experience. The objective is to help agencies in the development of their career executive corps, linking individual development to improved agency performance. Within an overarching emphasis on our government's constitutional framework, themes dealt with in the program are personal leadership, organizational transformation, policy, and global perspectives.
  • Residential Coursework
  • Individual Development Plan
  • Individual Needs Assessment(s)
  • Site Visits
  • Team Projects
 http://www.leadership.opm.gov/programs/Executive-Leadership-Development/LDS/Index.aspx
Department of Defense/Defense Finance and Accounting Service Logo Department of Defense/Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DOD/DFAS)
GS 7-11 In Agency Only DFAS Leaders in Motion This program provides newly hired professional with technical skills as well as incorporating leadership, intrapersonal and interpersonal skills, networking, diversity and team building.
  • Conferences
  • Coursework
  • Rotational Assignment(s)
 Joyce Mayhew
317-510-3920

Brent Smith
317-510-7825
GS 11-13 In Agency Only DFAS Managerial Development Program A modular-based program consisting of courses equivalent to 17 days of instruction, designed to provide managers with the skills necessary to lead others and manage multiple priorities.