It takes more than academics to achieve your goals in life.
LEAD is a leadership development program that helps members gain knowledge, confidence, and transferrable skills not taught in school classrooms. Our members enjoy access to dozens of courses, hundreds of video lessons, and live virtual workshops with professional coaches.
Since 1868, Southwestern has trained hundreds of thousands of people around the world on the principles and practice of leadership.
Governors, White House Cabinet members, Chief Executives, TV stars, Forbes 400 members and more have pointed to our training as a launch pad for their success.
LEAD members enjoy live virtual training sessions taught by our team of young professionals.
Choose your favorite instructor and enjoy connecting with other members around the country on how to turn theory into practice
Busy schedule?
No problem. LEAD offers short daily lessons.
Want a deeper understanding?
Great! LEAD offers in-depth courses and live workshops with professional coaches to help you build skills that will set you apart.
Set yourself apart. When applying for jobs, scholarships, or universities, it’s the stand-out candidates who get noticed. Our program gives members a way to earn valuable leadership certifications and personalized letters of recommendation. How would having these credentials help you move closer toward your goals?
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