Course info
Course name, Summit Series: Ridge Academy
Human Resources Type of course HR Employee Development
About the course
Upcoming Classes
Class times are Eastern Time (UTC-05:00)
Class info 1
Jan 14 (Wed), 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Feb 13 (Fri), 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Mar 16 (Mon), 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Apr 14 (Tue), 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
May 14 (Thu), 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Varies per session.
Description
Ridge Academy is the second level of the Summit Series leadership development program, designed for established leaders. This cohort-based program takes five months to complete and includes in-person workshops, reflection based activities, virtual learning, independent time for on-the-job application, and community service opportunities, promoting skill development. There are a limited number of seats available, therefore, registration is first come first serve.
**Before you register, please review the program guide and requirements with your supervisor.
-1/14/26 from 9am-2pm -2/13/26 from 9am-1pm -3/16/26 from 9am-1pm -4/14/26 from 9am-1pm -5/14/26 from 9am-1pm
*In the case of inclement weather, in-person workshops will be online via zoom.
Objectives
- Evaluate various leadership styles and determine how to leverage strengths and acknowledge challenges in personal leadership styles.
- Analyze ethical decision-making strategies to support innovative hiring and budget management decisions aligned with Appalachian State’s values.
- Demonstrate research-based communication skills that will create a culture of safety, collaboration, and success between leader and employee.
- Build relationships across the university through the use of community service to help support a culture of collaboration and networking across multiple functions.
Prerequisites
None
Administrators
- Maria Kowalsky
Please contact a course administrator for additional information.