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Menu Search Search MSU Extension About Us Leadership Advancement Program Emerging Leader Program Giving to GLLA For leaders who are committed to strengthening their skills and empowering their communities. Broaden your knowledge and your professional network. Understand the role and influence of government and special interests on the issues that matter to you. Emerging Leader Program Leadership Advancement Program Creating a Legacy of Leadership The value of people working together is greater than the sum of what they can accomplish alone. When power is shared and diverse voices are heard, solutions are more likely to benefit the community as a whole. This is known as leadership for the common good, and it is the aim of the . In today’s constantly changing world, leaders cannot work in a vacuum. Virtually every major public problem spills beyond the boundaries of any one sector. How can we bring people together from diverse backgrounds and sectors to tackle complex public challenges when budgets are tight and residents are skeptical of government’s ability to solve problems? Competing interests of environmental preservation, recreation, manufacturing, and food production create challenges for leadership at every level. These challenges call for new ways to connect our strong agricultural, forestry, and natural resource sectors with our extensive industrial and manufacturing experience, advancing a new, economy to sustain Michigan’s future. The need for enlightened leadership is critical. The seeks to find people who are willing to step forward to collaboratively address our state's most complex issues. The is part of Michigan State University Extension 's portfolio of programs and is supported by gifts from numerous organizations and contributors. Learn About Our Programs Emerging Leader Program The Emerging Leader Program is designed to provide an understanding of individual and organizational behavior and development and teach advanced communication and conflict management techniques. Leadership Advancement Program The Leadership Advancement Program will broaden the participant’s knowledge base and their professional network while helping them to understand the role and influence of government and special interests on issues affecting their lives and communities. follow us on Youtube follow us on Twitter follow us on facebook join us on LinkedIn Contact Information Sitemap Accessibility Privacy Disclaimer Call MSU: (517) 355-1855 Visit: msu.edu MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. Notice of Nondiscrimination Spartans Will . © Michigan State University Michigan State University Michigan State University Close Menu button Menu and Search button Open Close...