For release: November 27, 2007

Binghamton University to host leadership development program

BINGHAMTON, NY -- Binghamton University's Office of Continuing Education and Outreach will sponsor a 20-week Leadership Development Certificate Program beginning January 16 and ending May 28.

The non-credit certificate program consists of four experiential learning modules, which include: Introduction to Leadership; Communication and Leadership; Business and Process and Organizational Leadership and Relationships. Classes, taught by corporate trainers and University faculty, are interactive, hands-on and application-oriented.  The program is geared toward team leaders and managers as well as high-potential individuals preparing for future leadership positions.

Participating companies include BAE Systems, Crowley Foods, Fidelity Investments, HealthNow, Lockheed Martin Systems Integration, the Raymond Corporation, Sanmina-SCI Corporation, Security Mutual and Universal Instruments.

Enrollment is limited and early registration is encouraged. Online registration is available at http://continuinged.binghamton.edu, or by mail or phone.  For more information, call (607) 777-6857 or toll free, 1-877-313-2508.

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