LEADS Program

The Leaders Engaging and Developing Strengths program (LEADS) provides business first-year and transfer students with an opportunity to understand and develop their professional strengths and how this relates to their future students’ careers as leaders within the school. They will then learn how to channel their professional strengths into effective leadership. The goal is for students to be strong leaders in Pitt Business, as well as in their future careers. Upon completion of the program, students receive a certificate of completion.

Our Partner

The David Berg Center for Ethics and Leadership was established in 1999 as part of the Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business and College of Business Administration at the University of Pittsburgh. Their mission is to add value to organizations through ethical leadership. To accomplish this, they focus on creating and utilizing knowledge through research, experience-based teaching, and active community engagement.

LEADS Session Topics

Leveraging Your Strengths
Personal Brand
High Impact Communication
The Power of Diversity and Inclusion
Effective Relationship Management
Leadership Development Plan Presentations

Student Eligibility

All first-year and transfer students within Pitt Business of any major are eligible.

Schedule

This program runs during spring semesters in-person and is comprised of approximately six two-hour sessions.

How to Apply

Please contact Katie Fives, Program Manager

Please note that the program’s format, content, etc. may vary from semester to semester.

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“LEADS workshops have been a captivating experience for me, and I have found every session to be valuable. Each workshop has a unique focus, ranging from personal branding to communication, relationship management, and strengths.”

Samson Feng

Finance and Business Information Systems Major, Economics Minor, Class of 2024