EDUCAUSE Senior Directors Institute: September 2026
All-New, Hybrid Learning Model!
September 29–October 7, 2026
Hybrid: In-person and Online
Step into the EDUCAUSE Senior Directors Institute, a hybrid leadership experience for higher education senior leaders who guide managers, multiple teams, or enterprise-level initiatives. Designed for those responsible for setting direction and translating strategy into coordinated action, this program combines the energy of in-person engagement with the reflection and application possible through virtual learning.
Hybrid by Design: In-Person + Online
- Day 1 (September 29, 2026 I In-Person at EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, Denver): Engage in collaborative exercises, connect with peers, and build foundational leadership competencies.
- Days 2-3 (October 6-7, 2026 | Online via Zoom): Apply insights from the in-person session, tackle real-world challenges, and strengthen your ability to lead across units and initiatives.
This intentionally hybrid format maximizes networking, reflection, and practical application, giving you the energy of in-person learning and the flexibility to translate strategy into action online.
What You’ll Learn
Why Choose the Senior Directors Institute?
Lead beyond your unit - shaping strategy and aligning people, priorities, and resources.- Designed for senior leaders leading people and shaping direction - not just executing it.
- Learn with higher ed peers and instructors who understand institutional context, complexity, and scale.
- Drive stronger alignment, momentum, and decision-making across teams.
- Strengthen how you influence strategy, align systems, and lead through ambiguity at scale.
About the Senior Directors Institute Experience
Program Dates
September 29–October 7, 2026
Duration
3 full days
[Day 1 (9/29) - In-Person]
[Days 2 & 3 (10/6-10/7) - Online]
Time Commitment
26 hours total
Who Should Attend?
For senior leaders shaping strategy, leading leaders, setting direction, and driving organizational impact.
Program Delivery
Hybrid
Day 1 [In-Person @ E26]
Days 2 & 3 [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
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Registration
Early-Bird (through Sept. 2)
$995
(EDUCAUSE Members)
$1,425
(Nonmembers)Regular (Sept. 3 through Oct. 3)
$1,095
(EDUCAUSE Members)
$1,565
(Nonmembers) -
Key Dates
Registration Open
Registration will open in Summer 2026.
Institute Begins
The Senior Directors Institute begins on September 29, 2026.
Institute Ends
The Senior Directors Institute ends on October 7, 2026