The 91Ï㽶¶ÌÊÓƵ System Administrative Leadership Development Program (ALDP) is a prestigious program providing professional development opportunities and ongoing support to administrative leaders on all campuses systemwide.  

ALDP enhances leadership effectiveness by focusing on four core leadership competencies: 

  • Performance Oriented 

  • People Centered 

  • Values Driven 

  • Strategic and Integrative Leaders 

Originally the Leadership Development Program designed for faculty development, the program was expanded to include staff leaders as the ALDP during the 2003-2007 tenure of UM System President Dr. Elson S. Floyd. Since 2005, ALDP has supported an annual cohort of administrative leaders who demonstrate the qualities of the 91Ï㽶¶ÌÊÓƵ System name and represent the best of leadership at a higher education institution.  

Apply for ALDP

Applications for ALDP typically open in January. 

Participant Criteria 

Campus HR departments coordinate the selection of the ALDP cohort. Due to the large number of highly competitive applications, not all who apply will be accepted to the program. 

To be considered, applicants should meet the following criteria:  

  • GGS Job Grade 12 or above (or equivalent role/responsibility) 

  • Have active support of supervisor(s) and unit 

  • Demonstrate performance as an administrative leader 

  • Provide leadership to units with a significant impact on services and resources of the university 

  • Have potential for advancement to other leadership roles 

  • Be willing to engage and participate in sessions 

  • Demonstrate interest in personal and professional development 

What to Expect 

We believe that by investing in the professional development of administrative leaders, we are investing in a vibrant future for our organization.  

Through ALDP, we engage a diverse group of administrative leaders from across the UM System, provide support to participants through program content and build relationships within the cohort.  

Example Curriculum 

Leading Yourself 

  • Values-based leadership 

  • Strengths-based assessment 

  • Establishing a personal vision statement 

Leading Others 

  • Giving and receiving feedback 

  • Coaching and employee recognition 

  • 360 leadership assessment 

Leading the Organization 

  • Higher education leadership 

  • Structure and governance of the UM System 

  • Innovation 

Attendance  

If you are selected for an ALDP cohort, you will need to attend the following events:  

  • Monthly, hour-long campus group meetings 

  • Three, two-day in person retreats, which generally take place in April, July and October 

Cost  

This professional development opportunity is provided by the 91Ï㽶¶ÌÊÓƵ System Office of Human Resources, with no cost to participants. 

Questions 

For questions about ALDP, submit a request through .