Executive Education

Denver’s Choice for Professional Development

At Executive Education, our mission is to empower an organization’s greatest resource, its people.

As a part of the nationally ranked Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver, we provide quick-hit, relevant and research-based programming to individuals, teams and organizations. Our one to five day programs and workshops are cultivated to develop leadership skills, enhance business acumen, and increase team efficacy in less time than traditional training courses.

Whether you’re looking to elevate your own career, increase your team’s performance or shift your organizational culture, you can choose from a la carte workshops or private programs, or work with us to create customized programming to take your organization to the next level.

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Areas of Expertise 

Leadership Development

Experiential. Innovative. Impactful. Ignite your potential with our transformative leadership development programs. Cultivate essential skills and strategic vision for effective and inspiring leadership. 

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Business Acumen

Sharpen your business skillset and decision-making prowess through our specialized acumen workshops. Gain the insights and skills needed to navigate the complexities of the corporate landscape with confidence.

Team Building

Elevate collaboration and boost team synergy with our dynamic team-building workshops. Our tailored activities and exercises foster stronger connections, enhancing overall teamwork and productivity.

Featured Upcoming Workshop

Denver Leadership Experience

The Denver Leadership Experience (DLX) is an award-winning leadership development program aimed at refining the skills of experienced leaders and empowering them to reach greater heights both professionally and personally. Grounded in the Daniels Leadership Model, DLX emphasizes personal growth as the foundation of effective leadership. Through five-days of immersive learning, senior leaders fine-tune their strategic mindset, flex their critical thinking skills, and explore new methods to build and manage high-performing teams.

Date and Time

May 5-9, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.  | In-person at DU

Cost

$6,880 per participant

Discounts

A 15% discount is available for nonprofits, current or former military, government, DU alumni, Daniels corporate partners, and three or more individuals from the same organization.

Discover the Daniels Difference

Engage in interactive curriculum

Our curriculum incorporates experiential learning, engaging participants in hands-on activities, fostering skill development in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication.

Our real-world applications bridge the gap between theory and practice, promoting the retention of information and the development of adaptable, confident learners.

Learn on your schedule

Our programs are designed for the busy working professional. Whether you choose a high-level, one-day workshop or a five-day comprehensive experience, we provide transformative professional development without the hefty time commitment.

Leverage our array of expertise

Prioritize your leadership development with our hands-on leadership experiences, enhance your business acumen with our quick-hit programs, or improve professional and personal communication skills with Insights Discovery workshops.

Utilize discounts for groups and teams

We understand the pivotal role each member plays in driving transformation, and believe that empowering the entire team through upskilling is one facet of fostering meaningful change.

Take advantage of our group discounts and embark on a collective journey towards a more skilled and empowered organization.

Gain insights from industry experts

We work with faculty who have not only excelled in the academic arena, but succeeded in the c-suite.

With their unique blend of theory and industry experience our faculty provide program participants with cutting-edge thought leadership around business topics.

Build partnerships for progress

We take a personal approach to your professional development. Rather than simply providing a one-size-fits-all training program, we take the time to understand your organization’s strengths, aspirations and areas for advancement, crafting a personalized solution for your unique needs.

Program Finder

At Daniels Executive Education, skill-enhancing workshops and transformational programs provide you with the skills and tools you need to adapt and thrive in today’s complex world. Use the finder below to identify leadership programs and business acumen workshops that best fit your schedule and needs.

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april 2025

02aprAll Day02mayAccelerated Leadership ExperienceFive-day equivalent workshop

14aprAll Day15mayPublic Safety Leadership DevelopmentFive-day Workshop

29aprAll DayEffective Team ManagementOne-day Workshop

29aprAll Day30Bailey Program Multigenerational Family Business MasteryTwo-day workshop

may 2025

05mayAll Day09Denver Leadership ExperienceFive-day Workshop

12mayAll Day16Coaching and Feedback1.5-day Workshop

15mayAll DayNegotiating with ConfidenceOne-day Workshop

28mayAll Day04junAI in Action1.5-day Workshop

july 2025

10julAll Day12The Franchisor JourneyThree-day workshop

21julAll Day22augPublic Safety Leadership DevelopmentFive-day Workshop

30julAll DayInsights Discovery WorkshopHalf-day Workshop

september 2025

25sepAll Day09octPower BI BootcampThree-day Workshop

october 2025

09oct(oct 9)10:00 am10(oct 10)2:00 pmBailey Program Women in Family Enterprise RetreatWomen's Retreat

november 2025

12novAll Day13Franchise Business Consultant BootcampIn-person | Two-day workshop