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Chief Learning Officer Program

Develop the insights needed to identify the strategies organizations need to attract, develop, retain, and advance human capital as a chief learning officer who can anticipate and act on global, economic, and technological disruptions.

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Overview

George Mason's Chief Learning Officer program, presented in partnership with industry and educational leaders, offers hands-on opportunities to design an integrated talent strategy to attract, develop, retain, and advance the talent needed to meet the business objectives; sustain a productive workforce; and add significant value to your organization.

Who Should Attend

The ideal candidate has:

  • A minimum of 6 or more years of experience in the learning space. Instructional systems design expertise. 
  • Experience managing and facilitating learning programs. 
  • Solid communications skills. 
  • An undergraduate degree or equivalent experience.

Learning Specific Topics

  • The CLO as a Leader in the Organization 
  • Developing a Human Capital Strategic Plan 
  • Future Learning Ecosystems 
  • Value Propositions of Learning and Talent Management 
  • The Business of Talent 
  • Talent Measurement and Analytics Talent Development Policies 
  • Managing the Learning and Talent Development Operation

Outcomes

Participants of the program will:

  • Implement strategic initiatives with increased confidence in personal leadership abilities and organizational knowledge. 
  • Demonstrate a capacity to think strategically, establishing a learning and talent development plan that supports the delivery of an organization’s objectives and strategic plan. 
  • Develop leadership practices that are grounded in solid organizational acumen. Communicate clearly and effectively with professionals at all levels to articulate the role of learning and talent function as an agent of organizational change. Manage processes for assessing talent development opportunities. 
  • Engage the talent management team and drive performance outcomes through coaching, mentoring, and sharing ideas.

Leadership

Ajay Vinzé
Dean, Costello College of Business

Rhonda Barton
Managing Director, Executive Education

In-Person/Online Hybrid Schedule

(Online session dates subject to change) 

  • Opening Session: January 12 - January 14, 2026
  • Online Sessions: January 20 - February 27, 2026
  • Mid-Point Session: March 4 - March 5, 2026 
  • Online Sessions: March 11 - May 7, 2026 
  • Closing Session: May 12 - May 13, 2026 

Cost

$8,500* 
Preferred Pricing Options

  • George Mason Alumni, employees, or students please call (703) 993-9900 
  • Government and group rates are available 

*Accommodation and transportation costs are not included

Executive Education

Costello College of Business
George Mason University

Contact Us
execdev@gmu.edu

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