LBJ Executive Education gives busy working professionals the immediate and relevant skills to lead better, manage better and collaborate better.
The LBJ School at The University of Texas at Austin is a nationally recognized force in educating future leaders and was ranked as one of the best in the nation for the seventh year in a row (U.S. News and World Report 2024). Distinguished faculty and real-world experts lead the charge in shaping the public leaders of tomorrow; dynamic students forge connections and inspire each other to reach new heights; and our curriculum is designed to help you stay ahead in today’s ever-evolving landscape. Discover the competitive edge and collaborative community that sets us apart.
Texas Metropolitan Leadership Initiative
April 8 – 9, 2026
This is a two-day strategic lab for senior public leaders to address how Texas can harness its explosive growth.
Energy Technology and Policy Conference
June 30 – July 2, 2026
Advance your skills and education in:
Leadership & Management
Political Campaign Management
Data Visualization
Negotiation
Financial Management
Communication
Our Programs:
Executive Master of Public Leadership
A 12-month program for working professionals in public and nonprofit leadership.
Governor's Center for Management Development
Training for managers, senior managers, executives and CTO/CIOs. Designed for organizations and individuals.
LBJ Women's Campaign School
Training women to run for office or manage campaigns regardless of political party.
LBJ School Digital Badging
Learners complete courses and earn digital badges demonstrating knowledge and competency.
Connect With Us
Trent Thurman
Assistant Dean, Executive Education
trent.thurman@austin.utexas.edu
LX Van Drie
Senior Program Coordinator, EMPL
lx.vandrie@austin.utexas.edu
Pamela Foster Brady
Director, Executive Education
pamela.brady@austin.utexas.edu
Haley Pool
Senior Executive Education Coordinator
haley.pool@austin.utexas.edu
Hope Osborn
Executive Director, LBJ Women's Campaign School
lbjwcs@austin.utexas.edu
Annalissa Garcia
Administrative Program Coordinator, LBJ Women's Campaign School
annalissa.garcia@austin.utexas.edu