Details & Dates
Important Dates
Applications accepted:
October 1, 2026 - February 20, 2027
Bursaries and fellowship applications accepted:
October 15, 2026 – January 10, 2027
Classes Begin:
April 2, 2027 (virtual)
In-person learning retreat:
May 9 - 14, 2027
Renison University College, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario Canada
Final Presentations & Graduation:
August 13, 2027
Program evaluation survey:
August 17, 2027
In-person Intensive
The in-person learning experience is a pivotal component of the program. Students and faculty stay on campus for 6 days learning together and building relationships. Meals and accommodation costs are included in the tuition.*
*Accommodation details are provided to successful applicants in their acceptance package.
NOTE:
1. Accommodations may be shared.
2. Participants are responsible for travel costs to and from the Intensive.
Online Classes
The 13 virtual interactive classes bookend the in-person intensive. All classes are 9:00-12:00am PT (12:00-3:00pm ET) on these Fridays:*
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April 2 (Launch)
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April 9
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April 16: Self-Study Week: Development Plan - NO CLASS
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April 23
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April 30
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May 7
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May 21
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May 28
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June 11: Self-Study Week: Project Charter - NO CLASS
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June 18
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June 25
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July 2: Self-Study Week: Reflective Essay - NO CLASS
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July 9
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July 16
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July 23
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July 30: Self-Study Week: 3-Minute Thesis - NO CLASS
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August 6
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August 13 (Final Presentation of 3-Minute Thesis)
*Students are encouraged to schedule three hours every Friday from April through August 13th to prep for upcoming classes, practice tools and apply concepts covered in class, work on your project, and reflect on your learning.
Assignments
DiSC Assessment
To prepare for the Intensive you'll complete the DiSC, with highlights of your tendencies and preferences.
Development Plan
You'll define your learning objectives, goals and milestones to guide your learning journey and measure your progress.
Journal Writing
Journaling is an evidence-based learning tool. You'll capture your insights, connect ideas to previous learning, and in so doing, deepen your understanding and retention.
Work-Related Project
With your manager you'll identify a project important for your organization that you'll lead and practice tools you are learning.
Reflective Essay
In month 5 you'll submit a reflective essay detailing your key insights and how you are - or will - apply these in your work.
Final Presentation
You'll present the key outcome of LLEAD in a 3-Minute Thesis for you and the main deliverables of your project to the full cohort and all managers.
Program Expectations
Requirements to graduate from LLEAD:
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Attend the 6-day in-person Intensive
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Participate in a minimum 10 online classes
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Submit your mid-program reflective essay
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Demonstrate progress on your work project
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Present your outcomes in a 3-Minute Thesis
All LLEAD discussions are grounded in confidentiality. To ensure that everyone feels safe to candidly share their leadership experiences, every instructor, student, learning guide and guest is required to sign a Confidentiality Agreement before the program begins.
Technology
Requirements
Given the online components of this program, you need to use a reliable, high-speed internet connection. For the best experience, use a large monitor (or two) with a keyboard and mouse. We use Zoom for virtual interactive classes, Miro for collaborative whiteboarding, and Wix for our website and online course platform.