Women in Leadership in the Age of AI 2.0 Program

Invest in your Leadership Journey

This program provides tools and strategies for excelling in an age of AI, focusing on time management, setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and leveraging technology for efficiency. It offers a supportive network of mentors, peers, and sponsors to help navigate your leadership journey with confidence and teaches you how to promote a company culture that values work-life balance. This investment equips you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive both professionally and personally while shaping the future of AI.

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About the Women in Leadership in the Age of AI 2.0 Program

The USF School of Management Women in Leadership in the Age of AI 2.0 Program is designed for professionals seeking expert advice, strategies and practical tools for navigating leadership and AI development. You’ll be guided by industry experts to use frameworks and practices developed by top companies, as you solve your real-work challenges. As part of the program, you’re provided with assignments and the opportunity for discussions for you to test your knowledge and engage with other learners.
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8 Modules Online ($4,995)

Rolling Admission - Start Anytime
*Program for Corporations available​
  • Self-paced
  • Workbooks, eBooks & all course materials
  • Hands-on projects
  • Interactive Discussion boards

Women in Leadership in the Age of AI 2.0 Curriculum

The program empowers women leaders to harness AI for driving digital transformation by exploring the intersection of gender diversity, leadership, and technology. It addresses the unique challenges women face due to societal norms and institutional biases, emphasizing the persistence of gender stereotypes and the "glass ceiling" that hinders women's representation in top executive roles. The program equips you with skills for balancing professional and personal lives while engaging in mentorship and developing emotional intelligence for effective leadership.
 
You’ll hone essential communication skills, explore the relationship between leadership practices and cultural diversity, and provide strategies for women to succeed in AI entrepreneurship. You will learn to navigate the evolving AI landscape, leveraging diverse perspectives to drive innovation and success in AI leadership.

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Module 1 - Women Leading AI-driven Digital Transformation ​ ​

This module empowers leaders with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to harness AI for driving digital transformation.
  • Explore the intersection of gender diversity, leadership, and technology.
  • Examine how you can leverage AI to innovate, drive growth, and create positive societal impacts within your organization.

Module 2 - Women in Leadership Challenges

Explore the unique challenges women in leadership face due to ingrained societal norms and institutional biases.
  • Consider enduring gender stereotypes and why leadership qualities are still associated with men.
  • Review key terms such as the "glass ceiling" theory.
  • Discuss the underrepresentation of women in top executive roles and how to combat this.

Module 3 - Winning Work-Life Balance & Mentoring ​ ​ ​

Uncover the balance of professional and personal lives while engaging in mentorship.
  • Learn effective time management, boundary-setting, and task prioritization to optimize productivity and well-being.
  • Explore mentoring techniques to guide and support mentees.
  • Gain insights to excel in your commitments and foster work-life balance.

Module 4 - Inspiring Emotional Intelligence

This module equips you with essential skills to develop emotional intelligence (EI) in professional and personal settings.
  • Explore core EI principles like self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills, and their importance in effective leadership.
  • Develop key skills like self-reflection, emotional regulation, and resilience-building.

Module 5 - Improving Communication Habits

Hone essential communication skills for personal and professional growth. This module equips you to communicate clearly, build stronger relationships, and navigate challenges confidently.
  • Learn effective dynamics, active listening, assertiveness, and how to handle difficult conversations.
  • Master how to decode nonverbal cues, express confidently, and give constructive feedback empathetically.

Module 6 - Organizational Leadership and Cultural Diversity

Explore the complex relationship between leadership practices and cultural diversity, focusing on the experiences and challenges faced by women in leadership roles.
  • Understand the unique perspectives and barriers faced by women leaders.
  • Examine how such barriers can be overcome.

Module 7 - Empowering Women in AI Entrepreneurship

This module empowers women with the knowledge and skills to succeed in AI entrepreneurship.
  • Tackle the unique challenges women face in tech.
  • Gain strategies to overcome barriers and create an inclusive environment.
  • Explore the latest AI advancements and how to use them to build successful startups, driving diversity and innovation.

Module 8 - Measuring Success and Impact of Women in AI Leadership

This module will explore the evolving AI landscape and its intersection with leadership, focusing on empowering and advancing women.
  • Examine emerging trends, unique opportunities, and challenges women face in AI leadership.
  • Learn strategies for fostering inclusivity, breaking barriers, and leveraging diverse perspectives to drive innovation and success in AI leadership.

Capstone Project: Women in Leadership in the Age of AI 2.0 Implementation Plan

The Women in Leadership in the Age of AI 2.0 Implementation Plan is a customizable toolkit designed to transform your organization. Create your plan with expert resources and support to revolutionize your leadership approach and achieve remarkable success.

Women in Leadership in the Age of AI 2.0 Instructors

Stephene Klein

Stephene Klein is a trailblazer whose academic and professional journeys stand as a testament to her relentless pursuit of excellence. She holds three master's degrees - an MBA, MPH, and MPHA - from Everglades University, Boca Raton, FL, where she graduated summa cum laude, marking her place at the pinnacle of her class with an unrivaled 4.0 GPA. This academic titan not only delivered the Graduate Commencement keynote address, inspiring a crowd of over 1,000 attendees, but she is also a notable faculty member guiding the next generation of leaders. Her profound insights and wealth of knowledge have shaped countless C-suite executives, fostering excellence and innovation on a global scale.

Outside of academia, Stephene has consistently made a global impact. She is a Gold Medalist, Storytelling Writing Award Winner (2024), and the recipient of the Global Vision Award for Brand Strategy (2023). She was also the featured cover story of South Florida Magazine (2021), and has etched her place in the global business echelons. Her dynamic role at Zschool, saw her spearhead over 500+ Advisory Board meetings, annually, shaping the strategic direction for over 10,000 CxOs and senior executives worldwide.

With 20+ years of award-winning business development and engagement marketing experience, coupled with 15+ years of senior leadership roles, Stephene consistently drives sustainable revenue growth for leading global companies. Her extensive experience across multiple domains, including sales, marketing, and partnerships, and her well-established global network, position her as a catalyst for success in complex business environments.​

Elissa Cham

I am a seasoned leader with a proven track record of driving strategic growth and program excellence. As a Senior Director and Instructional Designer at Zschool, I have been at the forefront of shaping and executing high-impact programs that engage top-tier executives and industry leaders. My expertise encompasses leading comprehensive sales and marketing initiatives that not only attract prospective clients but also build enduring relationships with key stakeholders.

With a deep-rooted background in customer success and client relations, I have consistently elevated customer retention, satisfaction, and advocacy through innovative approaches and a commitment to excellence. In my prior role as Customer Success Manager Lead and Trainer at Sykes Enterprises, I was entrusted as the primary liaison for our most valued clients, spearheading efforts to maximize product adoption, uncover upsell opportunities, and advocate for client needs across multiple departments.
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My extensive experience in customer service leadership, honed through pivotal roles at Aerus Electrolux and Acosta Sales & Marketing, has equipped me with a profound understanding of customer-centric strategies and team management. I am passionate about fostering growth, delivering value, and inspiring excellence in all aspects of program management and client engagement.

Rosemary Frappier

Bio to be added.