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Senior Executive Development Program

Get answers to your questions about SEDP.

Questions and answers

The program is targeted for career members of the Senior Executive Service (SES) and Senior Professional (SL and ST); however, aspiring executives in grades GS-14 and GS-15 are eligible to apply. 

No, SEDP is not a mandatory program.

Agencies are encouraged to use their own criteria and selection process to identify high-potential GS-14 and GS-15 employees who would benefit most from the program.

Participants will have approximately 12 months of access to the program content. While we anticipate most participants will be able to complete the full program in less than six months, participants should prioritize completing the Returning to the Founding Principles and Implementing Administration Priorities modules.

No. Tuition payment gives participants access all SEDP content. Participants will have approximately 12 months of access to the program content.

Yes. Group pricing is available for enrollments of at least 25 participants. Agencies interested in group enrollment should contact leadersolutions@opm.gov to discuss funding options and processes.

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