FIU Center for Leadership

FIU Center for Leadership At the Center for Leadership at FIU, leadership development is our work and our passion.

We partner with great leaders to help them find ways to become even better – every day. At the Center for Leadership, we are dedicated to exploring leadership thought and practice through continuous research, providing opportunities for leaders to develop keen self-insight, and teaching leadership competencies that will equip them to meaningfully transform their organizations and their societies.

Through our research, executive development programs, and community engagement opportunities, we are building better leaders for a better world.

09/03/2026

Congratulations to Rafael A. Villalobos as he begins his tenure as Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools!

A graduate of Cohort 7 of our Principals Leadership Development Program, Superintendent Villalobos has demonstrated a deep commitment to serving students, educators, and the broader community. We are proud to celebrate this important milestone and look forward to the leadership and impact he will bring to Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

Last call: Limited seats remain for the AI Build Lab!This is not a lecture. It’s a build lab.Join us for a hands-on sess...
08/28/2026

Last call: Limited seats remain for the AI Build Lab!

This is not a lecture. It’s a build lab.

Join us for a hands-on session where you’ll take a common task or workflow and begin building a simple, functional AI tool. Come individually or bring your team. No coding experience is required.

📅 September 16, 2026
🕒 8:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
📍 FIU MMC Campus
💲 $179 per person

Space is limited. Reserve your seat: go.fiu.edu/buildlab

Powered by FIU Center for Leadership and Purple Horizons.

Attention FIU Students! Build leadership skills you can apply in the classroom, the workplace, and beyond.The free, onli...
08/27/2026

Attention FIU Students! Build leadership skills you can apply in the classroom, the workplace, and beyond.

The free, online Leadership Agility Micro-Credential helps FIU undergraduate students strengthen self-awareness, navigate change, manage conflict, and prepare to lead with greater confidence.

Register by September 4: go.fiu.edu/agility
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What does meaningful leadership development look like?For participants in The High-Impact Executive Program, it means ne...
08/26/2026

What does meaningful leadership development look like?

For participants in The High-Impact Executive Program, it means new skills, greater self-awareness, and lasting changes in how they lead. In fact, 100% say the program helped them become better leaders.

Lead with impact beginning October 14, 2026.

Learn more: lead.fiu.edu/hiep
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The results from more than 270+ leaders demonstrate what two focused days of leadership development can deliver.The Lead...
08/21/2026

The results from more than 270+ leaders demonstrate what two focused days of leadership development can deliver.

The Leadership Accelerator Program helps new and seasoned front-line managers deepen their self-awareness, expand their leadership toolkit, and become better prepared to develop and lead others.

Join us November 4–5, 2026.

Learn more and apply: lead.fiu.edu/lap
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Meet the faculty behind The Leadership Essentials Program: Pathways to Leadership!Through research-based insights, pract...
08/18/2026

Meet the faculty behind The Leadership Essentials Program: Pathways to Leadership!

Through research-based insights, practical strategies, and engaging discussions, this accomplished team will help emerging leaders build the skills to lead with greater confidence and clarity.

Ready to build a stronger leadership foundation? Register today.

📅 September 22–23, 2026 | Live Online
🔗 lead.fiu.edu/pathways
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07/30/2026

Leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about what you choose to do next.

Grow your leadership. Expand your impact. Join us at lead.fiu.edu/programs

Ready to expand your leadership capabilities and prepare for greater responsibility?The Leadership Accelerator Program i...
07/30/2026

Ready to expand your leadership capabilities and prepare for greater responsibility?

The Leadership Accelerator Program is an immersive two-day experience designed for front-line managers who want to lead people more effectively, strengthen team performance, and accelerate their impact across their organizations.

Through practical, research-based learning, participants will:
• Discover their unique leadership identity
• Engage, energize, and develop others
• Communicate with greater clarity and influence
• Lead change with confidence
• Create an actionable plan for continued growth

Take the next step in your leadership journey—or share this opportunity with a leader on your team.

📅 November 4–5, 2026
Apply today at lead.fiu.edu/lap
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The future belongs to leaders who can adapt, innovate, make bold decisions, and inspire others to move forward.The High-...
07/21/2026

The future belongs to leaders who can adapt, innovate, make bold decisions, and inspire others to move forward.

The High-Impact Executive Program is designed for experienced leaders ready to strengthen their strategy, presence, and influence. Through world-class faculty, insights, behavioral science, and hands-on practice, participants will develop actionable strategies to:
• Sharpen strategic innovation and decision-making
• Strengthen executive presence
• Expand influence across teams and stakeholders
• Lead confidently in a technology-driven world

The five-day hybrid experience begins October 14, 2026, in Miami and includes executive coaching sessions.

Prepare to lead what’s next. Apply today at lead.fiu.edu/hiep
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Every leadership journey starts with a strong foundation. 🌱Whether you're preparing for a leadership role or looking to ...
07/15/2026

Every leadership journey starts with a strong foundation. 🌱

Whether you're preparing for a leadership role or looking to grow your leadership skills, Pathways to Leadership provides the practical tools to help you lead with greater awareness, clarity, and impact.

Join us for this live online experience and invest in yourself—or an emerging leader on your team.

📅 September 22–23, 2026
💻 Live Online

Register today at lead.fiu.edu/pathways
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11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL
33199

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Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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