CE-22PA1017X - Bearcats Executive Leadership Program: Communication
Scott Dust, Ph.D. discusses Bearcats Executive Leadership Program: Communication course.
Executive communication requires more than clear messaging—it demands presence, influence, and strategic storytelling. This module enhances leaders’ ability to communicate across diverse audiences with clarity, empathy, and authority. Participants will practice smart brevity and storytelling, framing messages for impact, adapting tone and delivery, and using narrative to inspire and align stakeholders. By the end, leaders will possess a communication toolkit that enhances credibility, strengthens relationships, and mobilizes others toward shared goals.
To earn the Bearcats Executive Leadership Record of Completion, learners must complete all 8 courses in the Bearcats Executive Leadership program.
This intensive executive education program is designed to elevate high-potential, mid- and senior-level leaders into strategic, executive-level thinkers. The Bearcats Executive Leadership program offers a holistic development journey, including how to manage self and others in a manner that sets the stage for a high-performing organizational culture.
This Bearcats Executive Leadership program includes the following 8 courses:
- Authentic Leadership — June 26, 2026
- Coaching — July 17, 2026
- Communication — August 7, 2026
- Conflict Management — August 28, 2026
- Decision-Making — September 18, 2026
- Time Management — October 9, 2026
- Critical Thinking — October 30, 2026
- Both/And Thinking — May 15, 2026 and November 20, 2026
Learner Outcomes
Learners who successfully complete the course can expect the following outcomes:
- Craft compelling executive messages by applying principles of smart brevity, strategic framing, and storytelling for maximum impact.
- Adapt communication style, tone, and delivery to effectively engage and influence diverse audiences across organizational levels.
- Demonstrate executive presence and credibility by using narrative, empathy, and clarity to inspire alignment and drive shared goals.
Who Should Register?
This course is designed for high-potential, mid- and senior-level leaders who are ready to expand their strategic thinking and operate at an executive level.
What You'll Earn
After completing all program requirements, learners earn the Bearcats Executive Leadership record of completion.
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- Bearcats Executive Leadership Program : Bearcats Executive Leadership
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