Why Choose Willamette University's Executive Development Center?

Diverse – We serve customers from a broad set of industries spanning private and public organizations and industry segments, with both faculty and practioners whose experience and expertise is both broad and deep, and content that integrates the best thinking and practices available

Practical – Our programs provide managers the skills and know-how to lead and manage change in their specific organizations and industries

Results-Driven – Our programs are flexible and customizable, able to adapt to the specific needs of client organizations to achieve specific outcomes

Community-Oriented – We build and nurture a connected, supportive and collaborative learning environment where students are never alone in their pursuit of knowledge and information

How We're Different

The EDC delivers value in both our expertise and approach:

• We are the only NASPAA- and AACSB-accredited school in Oregon; only 1 of 2 schools in the country with both public- and private-sector accreditation
• The AGSM is the highest-ranked business school in Oregon
• We are a school of management, not just a business school
• Our programs are customizable to fit with clients’ needs. Students learn business management essentials in their context
• All our programs are face-to-face, facilitating collaboration and engagement

:: About The EDC