Our semester-long course offers an equity-focused leadership development experience focused on the design, governance, regulation, democratic accountability, and transformation of school systems and allied public- and social-sector organizations. Students engage in a client-facing project and rigorous seminar and practical skills training to build their capacity to address complex problems and advance improvement and innovation in collaboration with peers, clients, and stakeholders. Students also have opportunities to connect with employers nationwide as they plan their career trajectory, and they join a lifelong network of clients, alumni, funders, and leaders committed to public sector improvement. Graduate students join us from 25 professional programs at Columbia University and other universities around the country. Learn more and RSVP for an info session.
Center for Public Research and Leadership Info Session
Mar
2026
30
Upcoming Events
Mar
12
2026
Early Journal Application Period (1Ls only)
- Thu, 10:00 a.m.
- TBD
Mar
30
2026
Graduation Headshots
- Mon, All Day
- William and June Warren Hall, 1125 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10027 4th Floor, Student Lounge
Mar
30
2026
OJC Judicial Speaker Series: State Court Judges in U.S. Territories
- Mon, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.