Thought Leadership

Ethics and AI: Equipping Leaders for Future Success

How can emerging leaders ethically and responsibly weave AI into organizational strategy to stay competitive while prioritizing employee, customer, and community trust?

Case Studies

Improving Collaboration for a Global Electrical Engineering Firm

Discover how UNC Executive Development helped a global Fortune 500 electrical engineering firm effectively navigate a complex business environment by improving collaboration.

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eBook: Leading in the Middle 2024

In this ebook, UNC Senior Associate Dean Dave Hofmann presents six thought-provoking articles that offer a thorough guide to mastering the complexities of leadership roles.

Case Studies

Innovating Under Pressure: A Fortune 500 Firm’s Learning Transformation

Learn how a Fortune 500 firm and UNC Executive Development created a virtual learning revolution during COVID-19.

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How to Choose the Right Executive Education Partner: 4 Key Questions

Learn how UNC Executive Development's program for the U.S. Navy has provided insights and strategies that have resulted in substantial savings.

Thought Leadership

Cultivating Culture: Leadership Lessons from the Government Sector

Discover leadership lessons from the government sector with UNC Executive Development's Amy Parker. Learn how leaders can cultivate a positive organizational culture amidst uncertainty.

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Bridging the AI Skills Gap: Strategies for Leaders

In today's world of rapid, ongoing technological advancements, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and redefining the nature of work.

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Leveling the Playing Field

Learn how UNC Executive Development's program for the U.S. Navy has provided insights and strategies that have resulted in substantial savings.

Press Release

Press Release: Exceptional Partnership Award Winner

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Kenan-Flagler Business School Executive Development has been named an Exceptional Partnership Award winner.

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Four 1s: A Rubric for Infusing Innovation into Your Team

The Four 1s method is a streamlined approach to infusing innovation within teams by fostering continuous learning and agile thinking.

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Big Data Insights: 3 Benefits of Data-Driven Decision-Making

Leaders who understand how to transform big data into meaningful insights have an edge in today’s data-driven market.

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Organizational Transformation: Speeding Up Progress Is Easier than You Think

Leaders who understand how to transform big data into meaningful insights have an edge in today’s data-driven market.

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Cognitive Bias

Cognitive biases present a serious risk to leaders who bear any responsibility for high-level decision-making. Educating yourself and your team on these five common mental traps will help you neutralize them for improved decision-making, team dynamics, and workplace culture.

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Conferences and Events

  • March 26, 2026 | Washington, DC

    UNC in DC Government Education Forum

    This event is tailored to government executives and learning leaders. Participation is also open to leaders in support and operations areas interested in improving performance and outcomes.

  • March 30–April 1, 2026 | Orlando, FL

    North American HR Executive Summit

    A gathering of industry leaders, human resources executives, and experts dedicated to exploring innovative strategies, emerging trends, and best practices in the dynamic world of human resource management.

  • April 30, 2026 | Chapel Hill, NC

    Step Inside the Future: Bell Hall Open House & AI Discussion

    This interactive event brings together leaders and UNC faculty to share real-world perspectives on the rapidly evolving potential of GenAI across industries.

  • May 12–15, 2026 | Chapel Hill, NC

    Talent Management Institute, Spring 2026

    The Talent Management Institute provides simple, science-based, talent-building processes for driving organizational performance. Develop the skills you need to be a talent-building leader.

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From leading with confidence to communicating with clarity, our short videos offer essential advice for leaders and their organizations while offering insight into how our programs deliver impact.

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