PROGRAM UPDATE: The safety of everyone is always our top priority. The NAB Leadership Foundation is developing new and innovative ways to foster a community of diverse, creative and driven executives driving the future of our industry. We are shifting the beginning of the 2021 program into a virtual experience in response to COVID-19. Program participants will continue to learn, network and connect with program faculty, speakers and classwork through via an online platform.
If you are a senior level broadcast executive – particularly a woman or person of color – with aspirations to advance as a group executive or station owner, this executive MBA-style program will provide you with the fundamentals of purchasing, owning and running successful radio and television stations. This program teaches you the business of the business and will help you understand broadcast operations at the highest level.
This experience will help you apply proven principles to your current position and plan your future career goals. With sessions held on-demand, live online and – in 2021 – in-person, you can manage your workload and coursework at the same time.
Due to the ongoing pandemic and health guidelines, the 2021 class will start with virtual and online sessions. Please find the schedule for all fall sessions below. Most sessions will be held from 2-4:30 p.m. EST. Dates for sessions held after December will be provided to the class in early October.
All participants are expected to attend every session, complete online classwork leading up to and following each session and participate in facilitated discussions.
SEPTEMBER 24-25, 2020 OPENING SESSION
Two 2 ½ hour live online sessions
OCTOBER 7-9, 2020 ACCOUNTING
Three 2 ½ hour live online sessions
OCTOBER 22-23, 2020 FINANCE
Two 2 ½ hour live online sessions
NOVEMBER 12-13, 2020 SETTING UP YOUR BUSINESS
Two 2 ½ hour live online sessions and one on-demand session
DECEMBER 10-11, 2020 BUSINESS PLANS AND FINDING FINANCING
Two 2 ½ hour live online sessions and one on-demand session
This program was built by broadcasters for broadcasters with support from broadcasters. Developed with guidance and support from industry’s top executives, the Broadcast Leadership Training program focuses on the unique process of assessing, purchasing, managing and operating radio and television stations. As a program participant, you will receive the foundational blueprint for becoming a greater part of this industry and help diversify the voices available to the public.
This program will help you prepare for the future of broadcasting and build a brighter future for your career. Join the over 300 graduates who have invested in their future and changed the theirs careers by participating in this program.
Invest in your future and reach your career and personal goals with this exclusive program.
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