EDUCAUSE Senior Directors Institute: September 2025
All-new Four-Day Learning Model!
September 22–25, 2025
Live Online
Step into the all-new EDUCAUSE Senior Directors Institute, a professional development program for higher education senior leaders such as deans, directors, and program chairs. The program is designed to address high-level, campus-wide, and leadership issues. A focus will be on developing skills to effectively communicate, motivate and engage employees, spearhead strategies for institutional change, steward resources, exercise strategic decision- making, and leading the way to overcoming enterprise-level challenges.
We strongly encourage you to step away from day-to-day responsibilities and fully immerse yourself in the program.
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What You’ll Learn
By the end of this Institute, you will be able to:
Lead with clarity and purpose by articulating your professional values in a powerful personal statement that guides decisions and inspires others.- Transform how you lead teams by applying emotional intelligence and active communication techniques that foster trust, engagement, and collaboration across your organization.
- Drive meaningful change using applicable frameworks to lead transformation efforts that overcome resistance, sustain momentum, and deliver long-term impact.
- Make smarter, more strategic decisions by leveraging institutional data, aligning resources, and overcoming budget constraints to fuel innovation and growth.
- Inspire performance and retention by creating a workplace where people thrive—through motivational strategies, strong cultures, and compelling visions that align teams.
- Expand your organizational influence by effectively communicating and leading across the institution—upward to senior leadership, across peer units, and within your own teams.
About the Senior Directors Institute Experience
Program Dates
September 22–25, 2025
Duration
2 full days (7 hours)
2 half days (4 hours)
Time Commitment
26 hours total
Who Should Attend?
Higher education professionals with 5–7 years of experience seeking or in senior director roles
Program Delivery
Live Online
Credential
Successful completers receive the Senior Directors 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 Senior Directors Institute
“Excellent faculty, fantastic discussions with leaders from other institutions, resources and projects that are memorable and applicable to my journey.”
— Past Senior Directors Institute Participant
“Very interesting sessions, relevant information, great group of colleagues and instructors to interact with and learn from!”
— Past Senior Directors Institute Participant
Why Choose the EDUCAUSE Senior Directors Institute?
- Networking: Connect with a network of higher ed professionals and peers at similar career stages.
- Mentorship: The opportunity to receive coaching through the program from Institute faculty.
- Dedicated Learning Time: Fixed schedules help with focus, accountability, and deeper learning—without the distractions or temptations to multitask. Please plan to be fully engaged throughout the institute and step away from day-to-day tasks as much as possible
- Hands-On, Real-World Application: Skills senior directors need are best developed through live interactions. Engage in practical exercises, role-playing, and group discussions to immediately apply new skills.
- Live Feedback and Support: Get instant input from faculty and peers to refine your approach and build confidence.
- Actionable Takeaways: Gain tools, resources, and strategies you can implement right away to drive impact at your institution.
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Key Dates
Registration Open
Registration is now open.
Institute Begins
The Senior Directors Institute begins on September 22, 2025.
Institute Ends
The Senior Directors Institute ends on September 25, 2025.