EML Students

The cohort structure and small class size, across the four core classes, foster a highly interactive learning environment in which ideas, knowledge, and experiences are readily exchanged. Each cohort is comprised of a diverse mix of professionals from an array of backgrounds who exemplify leadership and individual excellence. There is an opportunity to broaden one’s network of relationships beyond the cohort by interacting in elective courses with people from other professions and degree programs.

EML participants come from a variety of fields including state and local government, health care, transportation, hospitality and entertainment, fundraising, human resources, economic development, public affairs, engineering, the military, and law enforcement. The average amount of work experience is 20 years.

What distinguishes this leadership program from the rest? Participants regularly provide feedback that “this is not your typical degree program you may have experienced in undergraduate or graduate school but rather an educational experience that will transform your views of leadership and leading that can be applied from your first class to your last”.

Student Testimonials

“I can’t believe I lived 40 years without truly exploring my own core values. As a result of EML, I make better leadership decisions, and understand why others do what they do. The best part of the EML program for me is that the blinders are off; no excuses. I have the tools to create a platform for those I lead to achieve great things. My only choice is to make it happen!”
– Petty Santos

“The USC EML program did not just teach me leadership skills; the innovative curriculum developed my leadership skills.”
– Michael Grimaldi

“Through my entire experience in the EML program I have seen changes in the way I look at my professional goals and core values. There is a direct correlation between the classroom and real world application. I would recommend this master’s program to anyone looking to advance their career and form new professional relationships.”
– Amanda Sattler