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The Washington Executive Seminar (WES)! is a two week or 10-day competency-based leadership seminar for high-potential executives at the GS 13-15 levels or equivalent. Developing the understanding and skills needed to navigate the political climate is essential for leaders, hence the theme, “Leadership in a Political World.” The objective of WES is to equip leaders with the information, tools, and experience they need to lead their organization and work within the constructs of the political environment.
The WES curriculum is focused on the Office of Personnel and Management’s Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) framework with an emphasis on Building Coalitions and Leading Change. Training is conducted at the Graduate School USA campus in downtown, Washington DC. Program components include individual development, experiential learning, and assessment. Attendees also complete a team project in which they will present in a simulated “hearing” at the end of the session. Team activities may require collaborative work outside of the classroom.
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