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EDUCAUSE Managers Institute: November 2026

All-new Four-Day Learning Model!

November 2–5, 2026
Live Online

Step into the Managers Institute, designed specifically for experienced managers who lead teams and initiatives and are increasingly called upon to influence priorities, manage resources, and guide change across their organizations.

Across four-days, this immersive program offers a structured opportunity to strengthen core management skills while addressing real-world leadership challenges. As you shift from managing work to shaping outcomes, you’ll build your ability to lead through complexity, align people and strategy, and drive meaningful impact. Engage with a network of peers from across the higher education community and leave with greater confidence, practical tools, and proven strategies to elevate your leadership and make an immediate difference in your role.

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What You’ll Learn

  • Navigating Change and the Shift to Leadership
  • Strategic Communication and Conflict Resolution
  • Developing and Leading High-Performance Teams
  • Financial & Resource Management Practices
  • Project Leadership and Strategic Execution

Why Choose the Managers Institute?

  • checkmarkLead your team with clarity and consistency—and manage up with confidence.
  • checkmarkDesigned for managers stepping into broader team and resource responsibilities.
  • checkmarkLearn with higher ed peers and instructors who understand the realities of leading in the middle.
  • checkmarkCreate clearer direction for your team and stronger alignment across your work.
  • checkmarkBuild confidence in your management approach with people facing the same pressures.

Explore Learning Outcomes

About the Managers Institute Experience

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    Program Dates

    November 2–5, 2026

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    Duration

    2 full days (7 hours)
    2 half days (4 hours)

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    Time Commitment

    26 hours total

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    Who Should Attend?

    For managers expanding their influence, leading teams, navigating complexity, and shaping outcomes beyond their immediate unit.

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    Program Delivery

    Live Online

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    Credential

    Successful completers receive the Managers Institute digital microcredential.

Please Note: To get the most out of this Institute, we strongly encourage you to step away from day-to-day responsibilities and, as much as possible, be fully present throughout the program.

What Members Are Saying About the
EDUCAUSE Managers Institute

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“Overall, the Manager's Institute exceeded my expectations by delivering high-quality content, fostering interactive learning experiences, and providing valuable insights and skills that directly contribute to my success as a manager.”

— Past Managers Institute Participant


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“It was not only a great learning experience, but hearing from other IT colleagues from other areas really helped me to understand that I am not the only one having some of the same issues.”

— Past Managers Institute Participant

  • Registration

    Early-Bird (through Oct. 5)
    $1,529
    (EDUCAUSE Members)
    $1,995
    (Nonmembers)

    Regular (after Oct. 5)
    $1,799
    (EDUCAUSE Members)
    $2,350
    (Nonmembers)

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  • Key Dates

    Jun 11

    Registration Open

    Registration is now open.

    Nov 2

    Institute Begins

    The Managers Institute begins on November 2, 2026.

    Nov 5

    Institute Ends

    The Managers Institute ends on November 5, 2026.