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

Finance for Non-Financial Managers

This workshop introduces you to the essential accounting and finance skills any business professional needs to know. Over the three days, you will learn the language, tools and techniques to become a more intelligent user of finance and accounting reports, gaining the confidence to ask better questions and to make more informed financial decisions.

Date and Time

February 13, 20, & 27, 2025 | In-person at DU
Three consecutive Thursdays | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Cost

$1,980 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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january 2025

23janAll DayInsights Discovery WorkshopHalf-day Workshop

27janAll Day06marPublic Safety Leadership Development: Cohort for Senior LeadersFive-day Workshop

30janAll Day31Franchise Business Consultant BootcampIn-person | Two-day workshop

february 2025

10febAll Day20marPublic Safety Leadership DevelopmentFive-day Workshop

13febAll Day27Finance For Non-Financial ManagersThree-day Workshop

19febAll Day05marPower BI BootcampThree-day Workshop

25feb11:30 pm1:30 pmBailey Program Winter Roundtable: AI Tips for Your BusinessLunch Roundtable

march 2025

04marAll Day06Franchise Law for Non-LawyersTwo-day workshop

april 2025

02aprAll Day02mayAccelerated Leadership ExperienceFive-day equivalent workshop

03aprAll DayInsights Discovery WorkshopHalf-day Workshop

10aprAll Day12The Franchisee JourneyThree-day workshop

10apr8:30 am10:30 amBailey Program Roundtable: Healthy Boundaries for Healthy Relationships in Family BusinessBreakfast Roundtable

14aprAll Day15mayPublic Safety Leadership DevelopmentFive-day Workshop

17aprAll Day24Finance for Non-Financial Managers: Franchise & Small Business EditionOnline | Three-day workshop

29aprAll DayEffective Team ManagementOne-day Workshop

may 2025

05mayAll Day09Denver Leadership ExperienceFive-day Workshop

15mayAll DayNegotiating with ConfidenceOne-day Workshop

july 2025

10julAll Day12The Franchisor JourneyThree-day workshop

21julAll Day22augPublic Safety Leadership DevelopmentFive-day Workshop

august 2025

11augAll Day13Data Analytics for Decision MakingThree-day Workshop