Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) are the leadership competencies designated by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for career executives in the modern Federal government. This robust, 5-part leadership program will explore the qualifications and characteristics required to drive organizational success and build a performance culture. You will learn critical skill sets for managing performance, building coalitions, navigating organizational change, and leading effectively and successfully, today and in the future.
Learning Objectives »
- Establish and implement organizational vision.
- Guide performance toward organizational mission and goals.
- Create professional development and upskill opportunities.
- Foster a culture of cooperation and teamwork.
- Promote data literacy and human/AI collaboration.
- Apply strategic and interpersonal communication.
- Build a performance workplace environment.
- Lead strategic change to meet organizational goals.
- Utilize strategies and practices for achieving ongoing success.
Course Agenda
ECQ 1: Leading Change
- Creativity and Innovation
- Leadership Agility
- Building Resilience
- Strategic Thinking and Vision
- Applying Systems Thinking
ECQ 2: Leading People
- Effectively Manage Conflict
- Creating Opportunities for Development
- Building Team Synergy
- Developing Interpersonal Skills
- Crafting a Culture of Performance
ECQ 3: Driving Results
- Accountable Leadership
- Customer Service and Experience
- Effective Problem Solving
- Strategic Decision Making
- Data Analysis and Literacy
- Human and AI Collaboration
ECQ 4: Achieving Organizational Success
- Budgeting Financial Management
- Managing Human Resources
- Leveraging Generative AI and Technology
ECQ 5: Building Coalitions
- Leading Partnership Initiatives
- Developing Political Savvy
- The Art of Influence and Negotiation
- Learning External Awareness
- Applying Strategic Communication
