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Center for Corporate Education


VCU VANHA Leadership Institute

2009 - 2010

  • Program Parameters
  • Leadership Institute Features
  • Leadership Institute Benefits
  • Investment
  • Certification
  • Application Process
  • Testimonials

    The VCU VANHA Leadership Institute is an outstanding opportunity for you to receive customized executive development. The Leadership Institute has been specifically designed for professionals serving the Senior/Aging/Retirement population. The Institute was created by the Center for Corporate Education, the Department of Gerontology, and the School of Allied Health Professions, all part of Virginia Commonwealth University. The program consists of three tracks; business acumen, leadership development, and aging studies.

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    Program Parameters  Back to Top

    Audience:

    Applicants must possess a minimum of three years in the senior living industry (nursing home, assisted living, retirement field), be mid-level to senior-level in the institution, and be nominated by their CEO.

    Duration:

    The program begins in October 2009, and concludes in March 2010. The Institute meets for four sessions during the above calendar, at three consecutive days per session. Three days in October, three days in November, three days in January and the final three in March.


    Location:

    The Institute is held at the VCU Center for Corporate Education at the School of Business, located in the new Snead Hall, in Richmond, Virginia.

     

    Leadership Institute Features               Back to Top

    • • 12 full days of instruction on topics including – Strategic Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Executive Communication, Negotiation Skills, Leadership Assessment, Executive Coaching, Trends in Aging, Biology of Aging, Psychology of Aging, Finance for Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities, and Board Management.

    • 14 different instructors/facilitators with a specialty in professional development.

    • NAB Continuing Education Credits are available for selected programs.

    • Field trips that focus on experiential learning.

    • 360 Degree Feedback and one-on-one developmental coaching.

    • 8• Eight different self-assessments – FIRO-B, MBTI, McClelland Needs Analysis, Leadership Circle, Listening, Conflict Management, Risk Management and Change Styles.

    • Scheduled receptions and small group meetings for networking.

    • Cap Stone Case Study focusing on actual participant leadership challenges

     

    Leadership Institute Benefits  Back to Top

    As a result of attending the Institute, participants will be able to:

    • Think strategically.

    • Provide and receive constructive feedback.

    • Demonstrate the impact of leadership, teambuilding, and effective communication.

    • Analyze and address the challenges of older adults in American society.

    • Recognize the opportunity and minimize risk.

    • Focus and improve techniques on quality of life and successful aging issues in a practical manner.

    • Identify the interpersonal and environmental relations in late life as it relates to residing in a long term care facility.

    • Lead change initiatives and assess the results and impact.

    VANHA Leadership Institute Program Brochure


    See Sample Curriculum

     

    Investment  Back to Top

    Tuition for the program is $4,395. This includes all assessments and executive coaching during the program, meals during the program (breakfast and lunch) and selected dinners.

    Refund Policy
    VCU Center for Corporate Education's refund policy states that program registrants unable to attend will receive a refund under the following conditions:

    • 2 weeks prior to the event - registration cost minus 30%
    • 1 week to 2 weeks prior to event - registration cost minus 50%
    • Less than 1 week prior to event - no refund given

    Certification  Back to Top

    The Leadership Institute is viewed within the senior living industry and The Virginia Association of Non-Profit Homes for the Aging (VANHA) as the premier leadership and business focused program for the state of Virginia. A certificate of Leadership is provided by the Center and endorsed by VANHA.

    Application Process  Back to Top

    We need your completed application by August 1, 2009. This program is limited to 20 participants.

    Application Form

    Testimonials From Our Previous Programs

    "The class has been confirming.  I have come to understand that the way I handled some issues in the past could have been handled better.  The sessions on biology and physiology of aging helped me professionally and personally.  I have used this information with out wellness program."

                                                                                        Judy Raymond
                                                                                        Westminster Canterbury, Chesapeake Bay

    "The CCRC program has greatly benefited me in my abilities to work with all levels of staff and residents, as well as improved my leadership and communication skills. I would highly recommend this program to any leader who is seeking to improve the quality and services offered by their organization, not only to residents but also to staff & associates."

                                                                                                    Dan Nimon,
                                                                                                    Westminster Canterbury, Lynchburg

    "I want to pursue my masters or PhD because of this program.  Instructors/consultants have been great.a very nice blend of hard and soft topics with different deliveries"

                                                                                                    Libby Bush
                                                                                                    Westminster Canterbury, Richmond

    "The content of this program is presented in time increments that are manageable to, participate in (the two days are perfect), implement over the longer period of time (having a month in between sessions makes possessing the information workable) and therefore incorporate into your skill set as a leader and manager."

                                                Courtney Nuzzo
                                                Godwin House Alexandria

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    School of Business,
    Virginia Commonwealth University
    Snead Hall, 301 W. Main Street, Box 844000
    Richmond, VA 23284-4000
    phone: (804)828-1595
    fax: (804)828-8884

    Center for Corporate Education
    Virginia Commonwealth University
    School of Business
    Room 3105 A - Snead Hall, 301 W. Main Street, Box 844000
    Richmond VA 23284-4000

    Telephone: 804/828-3198
    FAX: 804/828-6615
    email: corp-ed@vcu.edu

        Last Updated:  11/16/2009
    VCU School of Business