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Engineering Leadership Program

Mature as a Great Leader in Your Industry

Resilient leaders know that in order to achieve success, they need to constantly grow and hone their skills. In the Engineering Leadership Program, you'll learn what it takes to be an effective leader in your industry. Recognizing that the world of work has changed vastly, you want to be sure your skills are sharp, relevant and up-to-date.
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About the Engineering Leadership Program

As a leader, technical skills alone are not enough. The Shenandoah Engineering Leadership Certificate Program is designed for professionals to grow powerful leaders to take on their industry's biggest challenges while building trusted relationships and creating strong teams. You’ll develop awareness of your own strengths and weaknesses and learn to leverage your strengths on behalf of your team. You’ll also learn coaching and mentoring techniques to help motivate each team member to reach their highest potential. Master goal-setting and plan for your team’s greatest success.
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8 Modules Online ($4,995)

Rolling Admission - Start Anytime
  • Self-paced
  • Workbooks, eBooks & all course materials
  • Interactive discussion boards
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4 Day In-person ($4,995)

Currently on Hold - Dates TBD​
  • ​Breakfast & Lunch
  • Workbooks, eBooks & all course materials
  • Round-table discussions

Engineering Leadership Curriculum

In today's world, technological advances alone are not enough. Now more than ever, our companies need leaders who are empowered. Not only with technical know-how, but with the confidence to lead others in creating the breakthroughs of tomorrow. This program delivers what you'll need - powerful insights, strategies, tools to increase your impact, strengthen your competitive edge, and accelerate your career. You'll also collect the Engineering Leadership Ultimate Toolkit filled with over 60 tools, including eBooks, work templates, workshop materials, and cultural posters to share with teams.

You'll walk away with knowledge, plans ready for implementation, and a certificate that shows you've invested in yourself and your career.
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Module 1 - Effective Leadership Elements & Style ​

  • Learn the tools of being an authentic leader.
  • Develop personalized styles of leadership.
  • Create the framework for your position of authority.

Module 2 - Leadership & Communication Tools

  • Discover the power of persuasion and influence.
  • Establish effective presentation techniques and storytelling skills.
  • Learn the principles of purposeful communication.
  • Improve your written communication skills.
  • Change your team’s dynamic using situational leadership techniques.

Module 3 - Theoretical Leadership Models​ ​

  • Learn to be an inclusive leader to create positive change.
  • Breakdown the difference between transformational and transactional styles.
  • Understand the goals and challenges of management vs. leadership.

Module 4 - Leading Innovation & New Product Development​

  • Discover how to encourage creativity and lead productivity.
  • Develop an effective performance management system.
  • Learn to recognize the salability and scalability of new products.
  • Uncover your technical competencies and abilities for execution.

Module 5 - Sustainable Engineering & Leadership

  • Learn how to expand your corporate social opportunities.
  • Engage your team by spotlighting your professional credibility and engineering ethics.
  • Explore case studies on sustainable engineering.

Module 6 - Creating a Positive Corporate Culture

  • Develop new ways to lead remote teams.
  • Foster engagement both locally and virtually.
  • Learn to manage change and conflict among employees.
  • Discover the tools needed for effective problem solving and critical thinking.

Module 7 - Global Leadership & Diversity

  • Harness your public speaking style for presenting to a global audience.
  • Learn how diversity, judgment and acceptance affect the workplace.
  • Understand the variables of motivational theory and emotional intelligence.
  • Remove stereotypes and overcome generational bias.

Module 8 - Competencies & Measures for Engineering Leadership

  • Analyze the actions, assessment and progress in engineering.
  • Uncover the need for self-actualization and mentorship in the workplace.
  • Devise an individual leadership development plan of action.

Capstone Project: Your Strategic Leadership Development Plan

Create your own Strategic Leadership Development Plan and assessment to highlight and organize skills that matter most to your company. Identify the key actions needed to accomplish your goals for ultimate success.
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Program Instructors & Content Experts

The esteemed faculty serving as content advisors and instructors for the course are recognized experts in their fields. Whether their contributions come through teaching, creating innovative materials, mentoring students, or advising on course content, they bring a unique blend of vision, inspiration, and practical skills. Together, they challenge your thinking, enhance your performance, and help you excel in your role.

Engineering Leadership Instructor, Dr. Joy Allen

Dr. Joy Allen ​

Ed.D. Higher Education, Central Michigan University
M.Ed. Higher Education, Grand Valley State University
B.S.Ed. Secondary Education & Teaching, Central Michigan University

Joy has held roles in leadership and higher education for 31 years. She focuses on teaching organizational culture and change, leadership and fellowship, and personal and professional development. She is a collaborative leader who enjoys team interaction and works with executive and professional MBA students on their personal development.

Engineering Leadership Instructor, Dr. Anjali Barnik

Dr. Anjali Barnick

Ph.D. Educational Leadership, Cleveland State University
M.A. Global Interactions, Cleveland State University
M.B.A. Finance, Marketing & Healthcare, Cleveland State University
B.S. Electrical, Electronics & Communications Engineering, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

For 25 years, Anjali has worked with engineering clients and consulted as a project manager. She teaches in various arenas and has developed a curriculum for many institution’s engineering, business and education programs. Her teaching philosophy is, “You are capable of learning anything with patience and dedication - it’s worth the effort."

Engineering Leadership instructor, Dr. Len Grinstead

​Dr. Len Grinstead

Ed.D. Adult & Higher Education, Northern Illinois University
M.S. Industrial Relations, University of Wisconsin Madison
M.B.A., Rockhurst University
B.A. Communications, Rockhurst University

Over the years, Len has served in a variety of academic roles, spending many years in human resources in both corporate and higher education settings. He has worked in recruitment, training and development, and was an HR generalist in nuclear stations for Exelon. He loves teaching, and his background in HR Management is relevant to a variety of courses.

Stephene Klein

​Stephene Klein

Stephene Klein is a trailblazer whose academic and professional journeys stand as a testament to her relentless pursuit of excellence. She holds three master's degrees - an MBA, MPH, and MPHA - from Everglades University, Boca Raton, FL, where she graduated summa cum laude, marking her place at the pinnacle of her class with an unrivaled 4.0 GPA. This academic titan not only delivered the Graduate Commencement keynote address, inspiring a crowd of over 1,000 attendees, but she is also a notable faculty member guiding the next generation of leaders. Her profound insights and wealth of knowledge have shaped countless C-suite executives, fostering excellence and innovation on a global scale.

Outside of academia, Stephene has consistently made a global impact. She is a Gold Medalist, Storytelling Writing Award Winner (2024), and the recipient of the Global Vision Award for Brand Strategy (2023). She was also the featured cover story of South Florida Magazine (2021), and has etched her place in the global business echelons. Her dynamic role at Zschool, saw her spearhead over 500+ Advisory Board meetings, annually, shaping the strategic direction for over 10,000 CxOs and senior executives worldwide.

With 20+ years of award-winning business development and engagement marketing experience, coupled with 15+ years of senior leadership roles, Stephene consistently drives sustainable revenue growth for leading global companies. Her extensive experience across multiple domains, including sales, marketing, and partnerships, and her well-established global network, position her as a catalyst for success in complex business environments.​

Tiffany Craft

Tiffany Craft

Tiffany Craft is a global business leader specializing in international expansion, strategy, marketing, and advertising. She has successfully driven growth for brands like Calvin Klein across Latin America, Asia, and Europe, leveraging cultural insights to boost international revenue.
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With expertise in strategic partnerships, retail, media, and entertainment, Tiffany has developed innovative marketing initiatives that enhance brand engagement and visibility. Her ability to merge traditional and digital strategies has led to award-winning campaigns and impactful business growth. Tiffany excels in fostering partnerships, leveraging digital innovation, and integrating AI to enhance efficiency. A sought-after speaker and mentor, she champions a culture of belonging and strategic transformation in global business.
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