This educational opportunity is available to the chief executive in county, municipal and state criminal justice agencies, directors of both state and local correctional facilities, and on a limited basis, to those designated to act in the absence of the chief executive. A faculty with world class credentials, and small classes reflecting broad spectrum of experience, professional disciplines and geographic distribution among participants makes this an exceptional and widely respected educational experience. The class meets for three separate sessions, each one emphasizing the role of a leader.
SESSION 1 - DEFINING THE FUTURE
In an introduction to the organized study of the future, this session focuses on several major issues affecting the future of criminal justice in Florida. A discussion of forecasting methods and environmental scanning is followed by a detailed analysis of the implications of technology advances, demographics and economics for the future of Florida. The session ends with a discussion of roles for the criminal justice executive in formulation of strategic plans and policy to meet emerging issues trends that will impact the criminal justice system in Florida.
SESSION 2 - ORGANIZATION REALITIES
Increasing diversity in the workforce sets the stage for a discussion of current models of human resource management, the assessment of organizational culture, and the influence of culture on the implementation of policies and directives in the organization. "Organizational Realities" also explores strategies for maximizing the strengths and contributions of all members of the organization.
SESSION 3 - THE LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE
This session explores the role of the criminal justice executive in setting and demonstrating ethical standards for the organization. "The Leadership Challenge" also provides an overview of valuable leadership behaviors along with the introduction of a framework for identifying developing and implementing a vision for the organization. The series closes with a discussion of issues related to the management of change and strategies for leading successful change.