Emory Professional Leadership Enrichment and Development Program (Em-ProLEAD)

Program Description 

The Emory Professional Leadership Enrichment and Development Program (EM-ProLEAD) focuses on enriching leadership skills, enhancing business knowledge, and promoting collaborative efforts across Emory health professionals with an emphasis on diversity and inclusion. EM-ProLEAD is directed by Harold (Hal) Simon (pediatrics) and Holly Gooding (pediatrics) and includes speakers from the University, and the Goizueta Business School and Emory School of Medicine, and other leaders outside of Emory. Participants will apply their learning to a project related to their leadership role throughout the course.

Topics

The program will focus on development of toolset, mindset, and skillsets for leadership and feature sessions on: Leadership Development, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Decision Making and Operations.

Time Commitment and Structure

EM-ProLEAD encompasses ten (10) in person, half-day sessions held approximately once a month on a Friday afternoon. Candidates accepted into the program are expected to attend all sessions and to work on their project throughout their time in the cohort. Participation in the course may also require additional time to complete any course-related work such as a self-assessment and/or pre-work. Tentative dates for the 2024 course:

• January 19
• February 9
• March 1
• March 22
• April 19
• May 3
• September 13
• September 27
• October 18
• November 15

Eligibility

• Current member of Emory School of Medicine and/or Emory Healthcare
• In a mid to senior leadership position, therefore we look for those with a minimum of 4 years post-training and 1-year of experience at Emory.
• Must be supported by their Department Chair, Division Director or Executive Administrator with dedicated time allocated to this program. 

How to Apply 

The application period for the 2024 course will open September 25, 2023. All applications must be completed and received by October 20, 2023.

Application link

All interested and eligible candidates must submit an online application form and CV and must be supported by a leader. Candidates are strongly encouraged to discuss their proposed project and interest in the course with their leaders prior to completing the application. 

The application packet consist of two parts:

• Candidate Application
  • Candidate information
  • Candidate Project
  • Candidate statement of interest
  • Candidate curriculum vita
  • Supporting leader information

Once the above steps are completed, the leader will receive an automated request to complete their portion of the application.

• Leader Support Form
  • Commitment to providing time away from clinical duties
  • Statement of support including how the proposed project will benefit the unit, division, or department. 

Selection Process 

The EM-ProLEAD selection committee will review and select the 2024 cohort.  In alignment with our shared commitment to an inclusive and constructive culture, great attention will be given to selecting a diverse cohort. Candidates will be notified by mid-November. 

Please contact Emily Weil with questions.