The application process for the October 2025 program is now open and will remain open through June 30, 2025.
The challenges for leaders in academic medicine are many in today’s ever-changing business environment. As a new department chair or associate dean, you are responsible for critical operational functions that guide the success of your institution. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) has developed the Organizational Leadership in Academic Medicine seminar with your unique professional issues in mind. It is designed to ensure you are equipped with the essential leadership and management skills needed to support your institutions' mission and goals.
As an Associate Dean or Department Chair who has been in your position for three years or less, this is an opportunity to join your colleagues for meaningful networking and skill building in the areas of:
- Leadership
- People and team management
- Financial decision making
- Communication
Through highly-interactive sessions taught by expert faculty, you will explore leadership and management practices and techniques that you can apply directly to your roles and responsibilities in medical schools and teaching hospitals.
Who Should Attend?
Department chairs and associate deans who are new to their role (first 3 years)
Upcoming Seminar
October 6-8, 2025
Downright Austin
Austin, Texas
Application & Fees
The application fees for the 2025 program are available at $2,500 for AAMC member institutions and $2,875 for non-members. The application process is open through June 30, 2025. Decision notifications will be shared by July 15, 2025.
The registration fee includes payment for the seminar, all program materials, breakfast, lunch refreshment breaks, and an opening reception. The fee does not include the optional CME fee, travel, or hotel accommodations. Due to high demand, applications will be reviewed, and applicants will be notified of acceptance to the seminar on a rolling basis.
Learning Objectives
At the completion of the seminar, participants will be able to:
- Develop and implement strategies for successfully transitioning into the role of Associate Dean or Department Chair
- Establish techniques for managing stress, practicing empathy, and using constructive communication to build and maintain positive relationships, even in difficult or high-pressure situations
- Recognize the primary funding sources and challenges related to each of the academic missions
- Identify strategies for communicating and working effectively with your Dean and your institution’s leadership
- Utilize key negotiation strategies to effectively navigate complex discussions and reach mutually beneficial agreements
- Apply new skills for managing conflict, building effective teams, leading change, and more!
Questions? Email learningandleadershipdevelopment@aamc.org.