Leadership CenLA is open to all citizens of Central Louisiana. Candidates for the program should be current or emerging leaders who:

• Demonstrate an interest in and capacity for leadership
• Demonstrate a willingness to enhance leadership skills
• Demonstrate personal and professional excellence
• Demonstrate a willingness to commit the time and energy necessary to complete the program
• Demonstrate an interest in community affairs and issues
• Demonstrate a passion for becoming involved in community issues

Leaders selected for the program will join the ranks of hundreds of alumni representing every major sector:  professional, government, corporate, finance, healthcare, news media, education, industry, volunteer, nonprofit, etc.

Class size is limited and will reflect the diversity of the business community, so applying for the program does not guarantee participation.

Participants must agree to attend eight one-day workshops. Workshops are scheduled one day per month from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Workshops are usually held on the fourth Thursday of the month. Other exceptions may apply.

The cost for the program is $1,700. This fee includes registration and materials. Light breakfast and lunches are also provided.  

This program benefits the participant, the sponsoring organization or business, and the community in many ways.  

The participant receives experience and instruction in leadership skills and has numerous opportunities to make contacts with influential leaders and gain a better understanding of the many facets of the community. They leave the program with increased confidence and motivation to become actively engaged to benefit their organizations and their communities. 

The employer receives the benefit of an employee increasing organizational, leadership, and networking skills. Also, exposure to business and community leaders, challenges, and opportunities helps the participant identify ways the organization can be more actively involved in other community activities. 
 
The community receives a class of committed and motivated leaders ready to make Central Louisiana a better place to live and work.   

Candidates for the program should apply at http://www.lsua.edu/continuingeducation/leadershipcenla/application.

If you have any questions, e-mail leadershipcenla@lsua.edu or call 318-427-4441.

A limited number of participants will be selected for the program. Candidates will be selected in an effort to create a diverse and more effective class. Applications will be evaluated based on the candidate's and the organization's goals.