Summary

Immerse yourself in an intensive 3-day leadership skills training program provided in the environment that changed the course of the 20th Century. Here aboard the battleship North Carolina, awarded 15 Battle Stars during combat action in World War II, the concepts of character, integrity, responsibility, accountability, precise communication, managing priorities, sustaining energy while under pressure, team-work, building a motivational climate and a host of vital 21st Century leadership strategies come alive. Combining history with your preparation as a corporate leader becomes a fun, engaging and rewarding experience. Three months of post-course coaching and 36 PDUs from the Project Management Institute make this opportunity a true value. Corporate discounts and Buddy Plans are available.

Program Details

Each day starts in the Admiral's Quarters with presentations and discussions on practical leadership concepts proven in military and corporate settings. Assignments from the night before will also be reviewed. Then during “School of the Ship” you will explore the warship, and put many of the concepts into context with lasting impressions. As you glimpse preparing the ship for battle, planning fleet operations, manning the giant gun turrets and operating a steam-driven propulsion plant, you'll gather a true sense of the human element in the success of any team and business. Finally and most importantly, participants will gather to share observations and insights. You'll begin to formulate how you will put these concepts into practice and build your personal action plan to improve your leadership capabilities and thus contribute to your organization's success.

During our second day, a hot, three course lunch served in the Officer's Wardroom allows everyone the opportunity to experience the environment of a warship at sea and the value of camaraderie among its leaders. Even this simple concept becomes a benchmark for behavior amongst work place colleagues.

Prior to completion of the course on the final day, you will have a chance to tie-up loose ends and prepare for the coaching opportunities that will be scheduled for the following three months.

In addition, while on board the battleship you will be encouraged to learn more about the “Showboat” and its place in history during the Battle of the Pacific. You'll find this learning environment fun and exhilarating.

Evenings will allow you time to experience Wilmington, the Port City. In addition to being a gate-way to North Carolina beaches, it has a rich colonial and Civil War history within walking distance of your hotel. A variety of restaurants provide excellent dining experiences.

Cancellation Policy

Before a program begins, we incur substantial administrative costs related to your registration. Therefore, the following fees apply:

Transfers and Substitutions

• Transfers or Substitutions requested more than 30 days prior to the program start date are subject to a $200 processing fee.
• Transfers or Substitutions requested 15 - 30 days prior to the program start date will be subject to a fee of 25% of the tuition.
• Transfers or Substitutions requested less than 15 days prior to the program start date will be subject to a fee of 50% of the tuition.

Tuition will become 100% non-refundable if a participant transfers more than 2 times or does not attend another program within 6 months of the original program start date.

Cancellations

• Cancellations requested more than 30 days prior to the program will be refunded less the cost of materials received and assessments taken.
• Cancellations requested 15 - 30 days prior to the program’s start date will be subject to a fee of 50% of the tuition.
• Cancellations requested less than 15 days prior to the program start date will be subject to a fee of 100% of the tuition.