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Horizon Leadership Program

Laying the foundation for inspired leadership

Leadership is not just about authority—it’s about influence, vision, and impact. The Horizon Leadership Program is a seven-month immersive program designed for employees who aspire to leadership roles or have been identified as emerging leaders within the organization. Guided by the university’s core values of Belonging, Curiosity, Excellence, Flourishing, Integrity, Respect, and Service, this program blends theory with hands-on application. Participants will engage in virtual discussions, in-person experiential learning, and practical assignments, culminating in a personalized leadership portfolio. Through self-reflection, ethical decision-making, team leadership, and strategic problem-solving, participants will gain the foundational skills necessary to lead with authenticity and purpose. 

Overview of the Horizon Leadership Program

Horizon Leadership Program overview

Purpose & Impact

To prepare high-potential employees with skills, mindset, and confidence to lead with authenticity and purpose. Participants will explore self-awareness, ethical leadership, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and strategic problem-solving, culminating in a personalized leadership portfolio that demonstrates their growth.

Program Highlights

  • 7-month hybrid program (~5 hours per month)
  • Leadership portfolio
  • Real-world scenarios
  • Guest experts
  • Cohort model
  • Follow-up events

Program Topics

Each module is grounded in a core value and builds a specific leadership skill set:

  • Self-Awareness & Personal Leadership (Respect)
  • Emotional Intelligence & Empathy (Curiosity)
  • Ethical Decision-Making (Integrity)
  • Team Leadership & Conflict Resolution (Belonging)
  • Resilience & Well-Being (Flourishing)
  • Strategic Thinking & Innovation (Excellence)
  • Servant Leadership & Community Impact (Service)

Participant Takeaways

  • A personal leadership vision and clear leadership philosophy
  • Strengthened emotional intelligence and ethical reasoning
  • Enhanced skills in conflict resolution and team development
  • Tools for strategic thinking and innovative problem solving
  • A completed leadership portfolio and certificate of completion

Ideal Participants

This program is ideal for staff and faculty who are motivated to lead or influence beyond their current role; and have shown initiative resilience, and a collaborative spirit.