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Introduction to Leadership in Action at Wagner

Leadership in Action at Wagner is a program that recognizes the need for collaborative leadership in today's complex world. It moves beyond traditional notions of leadership to encourage people from all sectors and levels to contribute to the public good.

Approach to Leadership

The approach to leadership at Wagner understands that people from all sectors and levels can contribute to leading for the public good. By expanding notions of how people lead, this perspective encourages individuals to see themselves in their leadership. The goal is to strengthen organizations, communities, and democracy by deepening and diversifying the pool of people taking up leadership on issues of public importance.

Research and Development

To achieve this vision, Wagner is committed to advancing leadership research, development programs, and initiatives for the public good. Leadership scholars at NYU Wagner are dedicated to developing research and programs that enhance individuals' leadership skills and strengthen organizations and systems in the world.

Key Areas of Focus

• Leadership Development: This includes an approach to leadership that draws on cutting-edge literature, practitioner wisdom, and peer-learning techniques.
  • Projects: Such as the Co-Lead Lab and Supporting Networks and Communities of Practice.
  • Past Projects: Including the Bloomberg Innovation Delivery Fellowship, Global Social Change Leadership Institute, Creative Courage, Leadership in Philanthropy, and Leading Large Scale Change in Government.
• Research: Hallmarks of research and selected projects that aim to understand and improve leadership practices.
• Theory: Focus areas include diversity, collective leadership, and change, highlighting the importance of diverse perspectives and collective action in leadership.
• Teaching: Practice notes and resources for teaching leadership, emphasizing the practical application of leadership skills.

Admissions

• Application Deadlines & Process: Information on how to apply and deadlines for submission.
• Application Checklists: Specific requirements for different programs, including MPA, MUP, Online MHA, MSPP, EMPA, PhD, Dual Degrees, Advanced Certificate/Non-Degree, and instructions for reapplicants, international applicants, and transfer applicants.
• Admissions Criteria: Factors considered for admission, including which program is right for the applicant.
• Cost, Aid & Assistance: Details on merit-based scholarships, fellowships, assistantships, PhD tuition and financial support, external funding resources, NYU veterans tuition benefits, and loan forgiveness programs.

Programs and Initiatives

The Leadership in Action virtual space draws on work accomplished by the Research Center for Leadership in Action (RCLA) between 2003 and 2015, with funding from the Ford Foundation. Key insights and products of RCLA research remain relevant and are incorporated throughout the Leadership in Action at Wagner website.

Conclusion

Leadership in Action at Wagner offers a comprehensive approach to leadership development, research, and education, aiming to foster a new generation of leaders capable of addressing the complex challenges of the modern world.