Senior Manager 
Nonprofit Leadership Institute 
Strengthening Individuals, Nonprofits and Communities

As a nonprofit executive director or senior manager, you may at times become overwhelmed by operational and fiduciary responsibilities, leaving little time and ability to focus on mission, vision, strategic alliances, and organizational leadership. 

MCN is now accepting applications for the 
2008 Senior Managers Nonprofit Leadership Institute. 

Application Deadline: Friday, January 25, 2008

MCN's Senior Manager Nonprofit Leadership Institute is for executive directors and senior managers interested in gaining a deeper understanding of organizational leadership and interorganization networking to strengthen organizations, the sector and communities.

Senior Managers Institute Information Format and 2008 Dates Application and Scholarship Information Faculty and Trainers FAQs Past Participants Comments

MCN's Senior Manager Nonprofit Leadership Institute is for executive directors and senior managers interested in seeking a deeper understanding of organizational leadership and inter-organization networking to strengthen organizations, the sector and communities.

Leadership Institute Experience 
Each month, your cohort of no more than 25 executive directors and senior managers from across the nonprofit sector will gather for a full day, covering topics ranging from setting leadership goals to gaining power and influence. Your experience will be draw on the expertise of the faculty and guest speakers and that of each other. 

In addition, you will be paired with two other participants in a shared learning experience, and have the opportunity to form and complete your own service project to benefit your organization. 

The Leadership Institute is worth the time for what it will do for your and your organization. MCN has done a great job making it relevant and applicable for leaders in today's nonprofit world.
Nancy Haag, community service director, Minnesota Valley Action Council, 2007 participant

By participating in the Institute, you will develop knowledge and build network leadership around:

Opening Reception and Welcome
Leadership Goals
Understanding Networks & Organizations
Bolstering Self Awareness 
Community Engagement Strategies
Revenue and Sustainability
Power and Influence
Sustainability Strategies and Implementation
Board Governance and Accountability 
Strategic Communications
Leveraging Information and Technology
Decision-Making Styles and Structures
Leading Learning Organizations
Using Organizational Culture Purposely 
Maximizing Community Connections and Partnerships
Leadership for the Long Term

To apply for the Nonprofit Leadership Institute, complete the application and return it to the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits - 2314 University Ave. W., Suite 20, St. Paul Minnesota, 55114; or fax it to 651-642-1517. 

For more information about MCN's Leadership Institute or other leadership programs, contact Bao Vang, MCN’s leadership program coordinator, at 651-757-3087 or bao@mncn.org. 

MCN's Nonprofit Leadership Institute
For Senior Managers
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