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Local Government Training

Contact: Murray Weed, mweed@uga.edu; 706.542.9502

Local government officials, managers, and staff as well as boards and authorities can supplement their skills and expertise by taking advantage of wide variety of training options available through the Vinson Institute. Whether in classrooms around the state or online, Institute training helps city and county leaders develop professionally and plan for the future.

Management Development Program

Current and future managers and supervisors dig deep in their study of what makes an effective leader in today’s local government environment.

GOV360™

Government managers gain valuable insights into their leadership styles and performance through this unique 360-degree assessment instrument focused specifically on the demands of the public sector.

Succeeding as a Supervisor

New and up-and-coming supervisors benefit from a comprehensive introduction to the skills they need to excel in their new roles and responsibilities.

Special Topic Workshops

A government can build its own customized training program to meet specific needs by selecting courses from almost 30 available options covering a wide variety of topics.

Planning Retreats

A council, commission, or other governing body can complete strategic planning, set priorities, and work through issues away from distractions with the help of an experienced, objective facilitator.

Meeting Facilitation

Government meetings in need of management from an impartial third party can call upon trained facilitators to guide discussion and keep participants engaged and on task.

Executive Coaching

Local government leaders consult one-on-one with a coach to assess strengths and weaknesses and to achieve a specific goal in their professional development.

Local Finance Officer Certification Program

Local finance officers enhance their knowledge of governmental accounting principles and learn how to implement sound financial practices.

Online Learning

Local finance officers and human resource professionals can save time and resources by participating in certain courses online at their convenience.

Planning and Zoning Board Member Training

Planning and zoning board members and others can get equipped with knowledge—both procedural and topical—they need to help them fulfill their responsibilities regarding land use issues.

Historic Preservation Commission Training

Those serving on historic preservation commissions and others can gain a better understanding of the laws and principles guiding historic preservation and how to administer local ordinances.