Overview

Housed in the Virginia Institute of Government (VIG), SEI offers top local government executives and department directors of large localities strategies and hands-on techniques to skillfully navigate the complex and fast-changing world of local government. Our program consists of a two-week course taught by subject matter experts and local government practitioners focused on creating well-equipped, agile, and high performing local governments.

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Apply to SEI

Our 2024 program dates will be announced soon.

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Curriculum & Fees

The SEI program is a dynamic two-week leadership program for local government executives and department directors of large localities. The 2023 fee is $9,500 (lodging, most meals, and instructional materials).

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SEI class participants

Participants

Learn more about the next steps once you have been accepted to an SEI Program. Contact Molly Harlow or Shirley Hamblet if you have questions.

ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH VIG

LEADING, EDUCATING, & DEVELOPING

The Leading, Educating, and Developing program builds the capacity of public leaders through an intense one-week course.  

CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

The Certification program provides career development and certification opportunities for Treasurers and Commissioners in Virginia. 

CUSTOM TRAINING, COURSES & MORE

The Virginia Institute of Government offers custom professional development programs delivered onsite and general interest courses for leaders at all levels.