Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership

The Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership at Ohio University provides dynamic leadership and management focused programs designed to help you discover and develop your inner leader. The advanced leadership development of students in all Walter Center Programs is what makes them stand out and sought after by top companies. Much thought and research goes into the selection of curriculum and assessments for each program — hand-selected to stay relevant and effective.

The goal for undergraduate leadership development is similar to what one would expect in a corporate environment. Each class's facilitative and reflective nature allows for collaborative sharing and deep conversation. Time spent together mustn't feel like a class, so the traditional curriculum is light. Instead, all the focus comes from the premise of Principle-Centered Leadership.

These five elements are what the Walter Center believes are crucial to developing next-generation leaders that differentiate them and accelerate their careers:

Self-Assessment

Leadership Curriculum

Executive Engagement Field Experience

Mentorship/Coaching

Servant Leadership

"Leadership development programs provide a compelling pathway for students to be more prepared and more employable."

—Harvard Business Review

Choose Your Leadership Journey

Our leadership development programs are designed to help you develop a growth mind-set and find your purpose. Students in our programs start their careers at a level that far exceeds other graduates in similar roles. Find the program perfect for you!