About the Program
The program leverages experiential learning, behavioral theory, and coaching principles to help participants increase self-awareness, enhance communication and collaboration skills, and lead with greater intentionality and impact.
The program is delivered virtually over seven months (with three in-person gatherings) and includes a self-rated assessment, facilitated group learning modules, group coaching, and an online learning hub.
Visit The Boston Consortium website to learn more about the program.
Applying for the MIT Slot
As a member of The Boston Consortium, MIT receives one slot each year for the Susan Vogt Leadership Development Program. The program runs every year from September to March, and the application for the upcoming program year will be available here in early May of 2026. (Please do not complete the application form on The Consortium website.)
The MIT participant is selected from the applicants by a team in Human Resources.
Selection Considerations
- Current role and responsibilities
- Leadership skills that the applicant would like to develop
- Anticipated benefit of participation to the department, lab, center, or institute (DLCI)
- Applicant's commitment to a career at MIT
- Applicants must have at least three years of experience managing people and have at least one direct report.
Sponsorship Requirement
Applicants must have the approval of a sponsor in their DLCI. The sponsor is generally the applicant's manager or the DLCI HR manager. It is necessary for the sponsor to:
- Agree that the DLCI will pay the tuition (tuition for the upcoming program can be found on The Boston Consortium website.)
- Commit to supporting the applicant’s full participation in the program, including time away from the office to attend the sessions
- Provide a short statement of support for the applicant's participation in the program
