Management Advancement for the Public Service (MAPS)

Good leaders never stop learning.

For more than 50 years, public and nonprofit professionals have relied on MAPS to become better leaders. Each one-day course is designed to sharpen your skills, prepare you for the next step in your career and nurture your passion for public service.

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Program overview

Public and nonproﬁt professionals at all career levels
Anyone can register — there is no application process
Rising leaders who want to nurture a passion for public service

Gain practical management and leadership skills
Network with other public and nonproﬁt professionals
Earn continuing education unit (CEU) credits

Cost

$275 per course.

Assistance may be available to cover program costs through The Ohio State University or other employer-sponsored professional development programs.

Discounted rates are available if your employer is a MAPS Member.

Coursework

One-day time commitment.

Active participation required to earn continuing education unit (CEU) credits.

Class size is capped so everyone has an opportunity to participate.

Frequently asked questions

Format

100% online through June 2021.

Online: 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
A virtual course link and password will be emailed in advance.

On campus: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Ohio Union, 1739 High Street, Columbus Ohio 43210
Lunch and parking included.

For Employers

Employers who purchase 12 or more registrations become a MAPS member and receive a discounted rate of $225 per course.

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“Best online training I have seen — very interactive and meaningful. The whole vibe was wonderful.”

“I am young in my career and not currently in a leadership position but want to be. The information and skills I learned will help me jump start being successful and become a motivating leader.”

“I was amazed at how great this was. I really thought this would be a difficult four hours, but it was engaging, and the time flew past.”

“Interactive and engaging, which deserves an extra gold star in an online format.”

“What I learned is good for work but also powerful in my personal life.”

For more information

Contact the Glenn College professional development team

Email: glenn-training@osu.edu

Phone: 614-292-3242