Executive Presence and Influence: Persuasive Leadership Development (EPI)

The demands on today’s executive leadership have accelerated. This means that present and future leaders must display C-suite readiness, shape opinion, and mobilize teams to deliver to new standards. This program provides the necessary tools to develop executive presence into meaningful influence. It is a tool to craft an impactful presence through the strategic application of persuasive techniques, including personal growth, building a diverse network, and effectively communicating your vision.

Program Highlights

Enhance mindset and behaviors to expand presence as an impactful leader
Understand the critical principles of effective leadership
Analyze rhetorical strategy towards shaping the ability to advance agendas
Apply strategic consideration to networking opportunities as well as build and maintain authentic connections
Construct a personal leadership narrative to set actionable goals

PROGRAM DETAILS

Duration: 6 weeks

Location: Online

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The program fee is US$2,870 and covers teaching fees, all academic material, and access to online coursework.

Program Format

In this program, our world-class faculty will guide you through the journey of discovering your true leadership potential to realize your vision and goals as a C-suite member

Module 1

Introduction and Informal Influence

Module 2

Leading with Persuasive Communication

Module 3

Strengthening Your Leadership Presence

Module 4

Cultivating Informal Networks

Module 5

Framework for Persuasion

Module 6

Persuasively Communicating Your Vision and Stragegy

Who Should Attend

Wharton’s Executive Presence and Influence online program is ideal for mid- to senior-level professionals looking to lead with greater impact. It’s especially suited for those stepping into leadership roles or influencing without formal authority, such as cross-functional managers or team leads.

The program also benefits seasoned professionals preparing for executive roles, entrepreneurs refining their leadership voice, and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds navigating visibility challenges. Over six weeks, participants build stronger presence, sharpen communication, and develop influence strategies.

Whether leading teams, pitching ideas, or managing stakeholders, this program equips you to lead with confidence, clarity, and authenticity.

Certificate

Upon successful completion of the program, you will earn a digital certificate of completion from the Wharton School.

Note: After successful completion of the online program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of the Wharton School. This online certificate program does not grant academic credit or a degree from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

To learn more, please contact:

+1 680 205 5118 (US)
learner.success@emeritus.org

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Delivered in collaboration with program partner Emeritus:

Michael Useem, PhDSee Faculty Bio

William and Jacalyn Egan Professor Emeritus of Management; Faculty Director, Center for Leadership and McNulty Leadership Program, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

Research Interests: Catastrophic and enterprise risk management, corporate change and restructuring, leadership, decision making, governance

Cade Massey, PhDSee Faculty Bio

Practice Professor, Operations, Information and Decisions, The Wharton School

Research Interests: People analytics, judgment under uncertainty, organizational behavior

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