A new program at York University aims to strengthen the business and leadership skills of police employees.
Schulich ExecEd School of Business and York Regional Police have partnered to customize the course to "ensure synergy to the learner’s current job position, driven by organizational values, and intended to help professionals identify potential avenues for growth at YRP," said a news release.
The program is a series of five streams designed to support the various units, job positions and members at YRP, ensuring accessibility to education across the organization. Participants will also have access to the program in a live virtual format, providing a further layer of accessibility for those who are remote or in the field.
The Future of Leadership in Policing Program was designed with the goal of fostering growth at each career stage, inspiring exemplary leadership knowledge at every level of an individual’s career.
“We are excited to announce the Future of Leadership in Policing Program in partnership with York Regional Police," said Rami Mayer, executive director of Schulich ExecEd. "We are proud to partner with YRP as it addresses the challenges of policing in perhaps the most diverse region of the country and one that serves the community of York University.
"YRP has recognized that the high standards and values of the police service are reinforced and strengthened by leadership training at all levels of the organization. As such, it is making a significant and important investment in its people.”
Each module has been developed with the unique leadership competencies and strategic objectives from York Regional Police.
“The best part of the Future of Leadership in Policing Program is that it was designed with our people at top of mind,” said Chief Jim MacSween. “Our members work in so many different roles and diverse working environments across the region, so it was critical to find education opportunities that were accessible to all."
Upon completion of the program, each participant receives a Schulich ExecEd digital micro-credential. At Schulich ExecEd, accelerated re-skilling is the way forward to allow professionals to grow their careers, level up for senior roles and enable them to diversify their skillsets, specializations and knowledge.
Receiving a micro-credential identifies YRP team members’ commitment to embarking on their professional development journey and commitment to being exceptional leaders in their communities.
