Executive Education
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At DU Executive Education, skill-enhancing workshops and transformational leadership programs provide working professionals and organizations with the skills needed to adapt and thrive in today's complex world.
Use the upcoming programs finder below to identify leadership, team dynamics, and business acumen courses that best fit your schedule and goals for growth. Have questions about private workshops or custom-built leadership development? Let's connect to discuss your learning and development goals.
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June 2026
16junAll Day23Leading Across Generations WorkshopOne and a half-day Workshop
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Today’s teams span multiple generations, each with different expectations, communication styles, and motivations. In this hands-on hybrid workshop, you’ll learn how to navigate those differences, build alignment, and lead your
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Today’s teams span multiple generations, each with different expectations, communication styles, and motivations. In this hands-on hybrid workshop, you’ll learn how to navigate those differences, build alignment, and lead your team more effectively.
Format
In-person at the University of Denver with Follow up Online Session
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THIS SESSION:
- Tuesday, June 16, 2026: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in-person at the University of Denver
- Tuesday, June 23, 2026: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., online
Price
Cost: $1,400
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23jun4:00 pm6:30 pmBailey Program Family Business Summer SocialSummer Celebration Event
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Bailey Program Family Business Summer Social We are thrilled to be hosting a summer celebration of National Family Owned and Operated Businesses Day! Closet Factory Colorado is generously hosting the Bailey
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Bailey Program Family Business Summer Social
We are thrilled to be hosting a summer celebration of National Family Owned and Operated Businesses Day! Closet Factory Colorado is generously hosting the Bailey Program for Family Enterprise community at the Home and Garden Colorado 2026 Showhouse.
An open mic will be set up for members to recite poems or share songs!
Who Can Attend: This event is open to family business and family office owners. Additionally, one representative from each current Bailey Program Member Advisor firms may attend.
Please RSVP by June 15.
Format
Location: Belcaro neighborhood in Denver, CO
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June 23, 2026 National Family Owned and Operated Business Day
4 – 6:30 p.m.
Price
Registration is complimentary.
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July 2026
30jul01augThe Franchisor JourneyThree Day Workshop
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Being a franchisor comes with incredible responsibility for the brand, the franchisees and ultimately the customers of the network. This course will examine each of the stages a franchisor must
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Being a franchisor comes with incredible responsibility for the brand, the franchisees and ultimately the customers of the network. This course will examine each of the stages a franchisor must go through as it develops a valued brand, a powerful network and a cadre of loyal customers along the way. We’ll review the challenges, the strategies and the models that support a successful franchisor journey.
Format
In-person at The University of Denver
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July 30, 2026 to August 1, 2026
Price
$1980
EARLY BIRD PRICE: $1,386 when booked by June 30th, 2026
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August 2026
12augAll Day10sepDU Cohort: Accelerated Leadership ExperienceFive-day equivalent leadership program
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We are hosting a special session of the Accelerated Leadership Experience (ALX) exclusively for the University of Denver community. This tuition waiver-eligible cohort is
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We are hosting a special session of the Accelerated Leadership Experience (ALX) exclusively for the University of Denver community. This tuition waiver-eligible cohort is designed to empower DU leaders to build self-awareness, strengthen decision-making, and lead teams with greater clarity and confidence.
Format
In-person at the Nature Place and at the University of Denver
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- Session 1: August 12-14, 2026 | Three-day Immersive Retreat | The Nature Place Conference Center, Florissant, Colorado
- Session 2: September 9-10, 2026 | Follow up Session and Graduation | In-person at the University of Denver
Price
$5,450 | Tuition-waiver eligible | 4 credits
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September 2026
02sepAll Day16Finance For Non-Financial Managers WorkshopThree-day Workshop
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This workshop introduces you to the essential accounting and finance skills any business professional needs to know. Over the three days, you will learn the language, tools and
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This workshop introduces you to the essential accounting and finance skills any business professional needs to know. Over the three days, you will learn the language, tools and techniques to become a more intelligent user of finance and accounting reports. Attend to gain clarity on financial statements, build confidence in budgeting discussions, and see how smart financial understanding supports leadership effectiveness.
Format
In-person at the University of Denver
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September 2, 9. & 16, 2026 (Three Consecutive Wednesdays) | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Price
Workshop Cost: $2,300 |
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30sepAll Day05novAccelerated Leadership ExperienceFive-day equivalent leadership program
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The Accelerated Leadership Experience (ALX) is a transformative five-day journey that equips leaders with the skills, insight, and confidence to lead with impact. The program starts with a
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The Accelerated Leadership Experience (ALX) is a transformative five-day journey that equips leaders with the skills, insight, and confidence to lead with impact. The program starts with a three-day mountain retreat, then returns to the University of Denver for two powerful capstone days: a follow-up learning session and a graduation experience centered on refining and declaring your unique leadership style and statement.
Format
In-person at the Nature Place and at the University of Denver
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- Session 1: Wednesday, Sep. 30 – Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 | Three-day Immersive Retreat | The Nature Place Conference Center, Florissant, Colorado
- Session 2: Wednesday, Nov. 4 – Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 | Follow up Session and Graduation | In-person at the University of Denver
Price
$5,450.00
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October 2026
06oct(oct 6)9:00 am13(oct 13)12:30 pmNegotiating with ConfidenceOne and a half-day Workshop
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In this intensive workshop, you’ll practice essential skills to excel in complex business negotiations. You’ll learn how to maintain control, project influence and confidence, and apply psychological principles effectively throughout
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In this intensive workshop, you’ll practice essential skills to excel in complex business negotiations. You’ll learn how to maintain control, project influence and confidence, and apply psychological principles effectively throughout the negotiation process. Our faculty leverages cutting-edge research and c-suite expertise to teach you innovative strategies to consistently secure the best possible outcomes.
Format
Hybrid
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- Tuesday, October 6, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.| In-person at the University of Denver
- Tuesday, October 13, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Online
Price
Cost: $1,400
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07octAll DayInsights Discovery WorkshopHalf-day Workshop
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The Insights Discovery System is a simple yet powerful framework used extensively in organizations worldwide for developing and improving personal leadership, high performing teams and interpersonal communication in the workplace.
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The Insights Discovery System is a simple yet powerful framework used extensively in organizations worldwide for developing and improving personal leadership, high performing teams and interpersonal communication in the workplace. Understanding self, others, and the interactions between the two can be the single most important aspect of personal, team and organizational development. This popular workshop includes the online self evaluation, individual Insights report distributed at workshop, and half-day debrief session with an Insights certified instructor to help you understand your results.
Format
In-person at The University of Denver
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Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Price
$530
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07octAll Day14Coaching and Feedback WorkshopOne and a half-day Workshop
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As a leader, your ability to coach and provide constructive feedback is essential to your team’s success. But how do you give feedback that motivates and drives growth? How can
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As a leader, your ability to coach and provide constructive feedback is essential to your team’s success. But how do you give feedback that motivates and drives growth? How can you become a more impactful and inspiring leader for your team? In this hybrid intensive session, you’ll refine your coaching techniques, learn to deliver impactful feedback, and foster a culture that drives growth. Explore research on effective coaching and feedback while engaging in hands-on exercises that you can immediately apply in your role. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to enhance communication, foster trust, and improve team performance.
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In-person at the University of Denver
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THIS SESSION:
- October 7 2026: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in-person at the University of Denver
- October 14, 2026: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., in-person at the University of Denver
Price
Cost: $1,400
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08octAll Day22Power BI BootcampThree-day Workshop
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A picture is worth a thousand words—or a thousand spreadsheets. In today’s complex business world, where the amount of data is overwhelming, being able to create and communicate through compelling
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A picture is worth a thousand words—or a thousand spreadsheets. In today’s complex business world, where the amount of data is overwhelming, being able to create and communicate through compelling data visualizations is a must-have skill for all business professionals. For too long data has been trapped behind scripts, wizards and code. That can change with Power BI!
Format
In-person at DU
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THIS SESSION: Oct. 8, 15, & 22, 2026 (three consecutive Thursdays) | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Price
Cost: $2,300
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November 2026
10nov(nov 10)9:00 am17(nov 17)12:30 pmAI in Action WorkshopOne and a half-day Workshop
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In this hybrid, 1.5-day intensive workshop, you’ll move beyond AI theory and step into relevant applications. Led by faculty expert Nick Machol, this workshop will deepen your understanding of generative
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In this hybrid, 1.5-day intensive workshop, you’ll move beyond AI theory and step into relevant applications. Led by faculty expert Nick Machol, this workshop will deepen your understanding of generative AI—especially ChatGPT—and give you the space to practice using it in real-world business scenarios.
Format
Hybrid: In-person at the University of Denver with Half-day follow up session online
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- Tuesday, November 10, 2026: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in-person at the University of Denver
- Tuesday, November 17, 2026: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., online
Price
Cost: $1,400
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12novAll Day19Finance Foundations for BusinessOne and a half-day Workshop
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Develop the confidence to speak the language of business. This hands-on workshop equips professionals to interpret financial reports, connect numbers to strategy, and make data-driven decisions that strengthen organizational impact.
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Develop the confidence to speak the language of business. This hands-on workshop equips professionals to interpret financial reports, connect numbers to strategy, and make data-driven decisions that strengthen organizational impact.
Format
Hybrid
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- Thursday, November 12, 2026: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in-person at the University of Denver
- Thursday, November 19, 2026: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., online
Price
$1,400
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December 2026
03decAll DayEffective Team ManagementOne and a half-day Workshop
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This workshop is designed for professionals who manage teams while navigating relationships with senior leaders. Participants gain research-based strategies to lead with clarity, leverage team strengths, and address
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This workshop is designed for professionals who manage teams while navigating relationships with senior leaders. Participants gain research-based strategies to lead with clarity, leverage team strengths, and address challenges in ways that drive stronger performance.
Format
Hybrid
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- Thursday, December 3, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in-person at the University of Denver
- Thursday, December 10, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. online
Price
$1,400
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07dec8:30 am5:00 pmDenver Leadership ExperienceFive-day Leadership Program
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The Denver Leadership Experience (DLX) is a five-day, transformational workshop designed to challenge you to think and perform differently in order to reach your leadership potential. Developed by faculty from
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The Denver Leadership Experience (DLX) is a five-day, transformational workshop designed to challenge you to think and perform differently in order to reach your leadership potential. Developed by faculty from the highly-ranked Daniels College of Business, the award-winning program delivers timely, relevant and innovative leadership development essentials for our ever-changing, increasingly complex business world.
Format
In-person at the University of Denver
Time / Date Information
Monday, Dec. 7 – Friday, Dec. 11, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (limited capacity)
Price
$6,880
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Registration requires a 15-minute phone interview. Schedule Interview >

