Brookings: Executive Education

Managing the Federal Employee Discipline and Performance Process

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:37:00 GMT

As a federal manager, do you feel unsure how to proceed when faced with problem employees? Do you hesitate when questioned about discipline and performance issues? This popular two-day course—next offered March 23-24, 2010—will provide practical tools to understanding federal personnel employment law, discipline, and employee morale. You will better understand your role as a manager, increase your confidence dealing with inappropriate conduct and poor performance, and boost workplace morale and productivity.

Executive Summit

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:26:00 GMT

Take part in this unique learning experience designed exclusively for political appointees and senior government executives (SES). Meeting March 16-18, 2010, in St. Michaels on Maryland's Eastern Shore, summit members will examine topics ranging from national policy priorities to needed reforms in government management. Participants will also convene with policy and management experts to discuss critical leadership issues and build strategies for future success with colleagues from across public service. Do not miss this opportunity to develop collaborative relationships with an elite group of government peers.

Middle East: Political, Economic, and Social Challenges

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 11:43:56 GMT

In this course, hear directly from policy-makers, Middle East ambassadors and Brookings experts on topics including relations with Iran, the Israel—Palestine conflict, and the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. Discuss regional security, political, economic and social trends. This course gives you a unique opportunity to learn from the people shaping policy both at home and abroad.

Resilience in Leadership

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:15:00 GMT

Train your mind to engage in new ways of thinking through this interactive, one-day workshop offered March 25, 2010 at Brookings. Learn new ways to solve seemingly intractable problems and rid yourself of stale habits that may have inhibited your career success in the past. You will build your resilience and forge a renewed connection to your job and organization.

Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:38:28 GMT

Executives and managers often grapple with complex, ill-structured situations that may not be recognized as problems until they loom large. Effectively solving these problems often involves leading a team of diverse individuals, which presents its own challenges. In this course, learn how to comprehensively formulate problems, avoid decision traps and biases, and more.

Custom Programs

Mon, 11 May 2009 10:34:42 GMT

Let us craft a custom program just for you. Brookings experts can help you build a strategic plan to meet the challenges of 2009 and beyond, ensuring that your organization stays ahead of the curve and prepares for the imminent political sea-change in Washington. We can tailor any of our existing programs to meet your needs—or build a new one from the ground up—to deliver sessions that specifically address the pressing concerns of your industry or agency. Learn more.

Inside Washington

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 15:07:49 GMT

Learn what makes Washington tick in discussions with federal agency leaders, Members of Congress, journalists, diplomats, and lobbyists—in addition to renowned experts from Brookings.

Earn a Certificate in Public Leadership

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 15:45:00 GMT

Maximize the value of your Brookings experience by enrolling in the Certificate for Public Leadership, a unique credential designed especially for government executives. Every course you take with us counts toward your Certificate, and each course emphasizes the competencies you will need to rise to the top of the ranks of public service.