Event - Calendar - ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership

Title:	The Compelling Leader - Level I/II
Date(s):	Monday, March 15, 2010 - Sunday, April 25, 2010
Location:	Facilitated Virtual Course
Member Fee:	$745.00
Non-Member Fee:	$945.00
CAE Hours:	Earn up to 18 hours

The first leadership course of its kind for the association community!
A six week facilitated self-study Web-based course

ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership in collaboration with V. Dallas Merrell, Ph.D. of Merrell-Doman, LLC, author of the Leaders Toolkit, has created The Compelling Leader. Developed by a team of exceptional association leaders and facilitated by experienced faculty who understand the diverse challenges of running and managing a profitable and successful association, The Compelling Leader - Level I/II is designed for non-profit professionals with general leadership knowledge, to meet the diverse challenges facing us as individuals. You will examine the six fundamental principles of leadership focusing on fostering trust, sharing vision, developing strategy, building and energizing alliances, activating transformation and measuring results. The application of these principles is vital to your effectiveness as a leader.

The foundation for effective leadership begins with self-awareness so we will challenge you to apply the behaviors that leaders must exhibit. You will complete a leadership assessment to assess your current leadership level and obtain specific information that will aid you in developing or redefining your strengths and build upon areas of vulnerability. Throughout the course expect to discuss leadership techniques and share examples with others as you take a deeper look at the behaviors involved in applying each fundamental principle.

ASAE & The Center would like to especially recognize V. Dallas Merrell, Ph.D. and his many years in leadership application. Dr. Merrell earned his Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and has specialized in leadership theory and behavior for more than twenty-five years. His early work in finding and developing leadership talent was mandated by a White House Presidential Executive Order for implementation throughout the United States Federal Government. Most recently Harvard University and their Center for Public Leadership in the JFK School of Government have adopted Dr. Merrell's leadership assessment. Dr. Merrell has provided leadership resources, training, and consulting through five U. S. administrations, to heads of large and small businesses and associations, scientists and professionals, and internationally to heads of government, village chiefs, and migrants to free enterprise cultures.

Weeks-at-A-Glance
03/09/10 - 03/14/10 - Self-service Course Orientation Days
03/15/10 Week 1 - Fostering Trust
03/22/10 Week 2 - Sharing Vision
03/29/10 Week 3 - Developing Strategy
04/05/10 Week 4 - Building and Energizing Alliances
04/12/10 Week 5 - Activating Transformation (Implementing Change)
04/19/10 Week 6 - Measuring Results
View the weekly summaries here.

Course orientation dates:
Course participants will be able to access the online work environment prior to the start of the course to become acquainted with navigation, to setup their personal profile, review content and to ensure system compatibility. Although not a requirement, we highly recommend taking advantage of these orientation days before starting the course. Two online live demonstration sessions will be made available for anyone interested in learning about the navigation setup of the course.

Course duration:
6 weeks. Approximately 4 to 8 hours required per week (equivalent to a 3 credit college level course)

Pricing:
$745 member / $945 non member (non member fee includes a one year membership)

Participant kit:
All required readings are included in the course fee and will be shipped to each participant prior to the course start date. The required reading included in the course fee is 7 Measures of Success by ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership.

We cannot guarantee immediate kit delivery for registrations received ten business days or less prior to the start date of this course.

Target audience:
The Compelling Leader is for all association professionals and their stakeholders. However, we also recognize there are varying needs based on your level of experience so each course has been designed for a specific audience. Whether you are an entry-level professional just beginning your journey of principle-centered leadership or if you are a seasoned executive looking to refine essential leadership skills in the world of associations, The Compelling Leader has been designed specifically for you.

Level: (select the appropriate level(s): Levels I and II
Level I: Assumes you have little or no knowledge of the areas covered.
Level II: Developed for those with general knowledge of the literature and professional practice in the areas covered.
Level III: Tailored for participants who have thorough knowledge of the literature and professional practice in the areas covered.

CAE hours: Eighteen (18) - a certificate of completion will be rendered to course participants that complete the minimum course requirements.

Course operation and explanation:
The course is asynchronous. This means course participants may access the course 24 x 7 to work on their own time at their own pace. We have designed the course to be very interactive and communication is continuous during each week. This course is assigned one to two facilitators per week that will hold a minimum of one live online meeting to further dialogue. The online meeting is not mandatory, but recommended (an online transcript is available for non attendees). You will communicate with one another through the discussion forums to discuss assignments and readings. You can expect frequent feedback from your facilitators and fellow course participants throughout the six weeks.

This course is divided into six modules. Each week consists of readings, discussions, and possible individual assignments. Assignments take course participants step-by-step through the process of integrating the knowledge acquired through this course into their workplace and daily living.

Minimum course requirements:
This course does not contain tests or quizzes. We do, however, require all participants complete the minimum requirements outlined in the course. This course has a start and end date so all assignments must be completed on or before the close of business of the last day of this course referenced above. Minimum course requirements include, but may not be limited to:

Registration information:
You may register online at www.asaecenter.org. You may also contact us directly by calling our Member Service Center at 202- 371-0940 or 888-950-ASAE (if calling outside the Washington DC area).

Cancellation Policy:
Attendance cancellations must be received within five business days before the program begins. A $75 cancellation fee will apply. There are no refunds for cancellations received less than five days before a program. No-shows will not be refunded.

A Special Thank You to our Strategic Partners: Mexico Tourism Board, USA TODAY and Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau.