CIL Fellows

Become an innovative leader

The CIL Fellows program is a selective, 10-month program for Flex MBA students who are committed to developing and strengthening their leadership knowledge, skills and abilities. Selected students will start the program with an immersive 2-credit residency course that focuses on evidence-based research and introduces practical tools for building self-awareness in influencing others, skillfully leading teams and navigating organization challenges and dynamics. After the course, the cohort will stay connected to each other and the program through peer coaching teams, regional leadership treks, learning seminars, a team research project, and development of a leadership growth plan.

Program overview

2-credit week long residency course in June 2025 taught by Prof. Michelle Barton
Peer coaching team for accountability and feedback
Leadership Treks (full-day, regionally located off site experiences)
Leadership growth plan - 360 assessment, leadership coaching, and goal setting
Monthly connect sessions for continued learning and community building
Collaborate on research project that explores current trends and best practices in leading organizations

Application process

Complete the online application process by December 15, 2024 using the link below or available here: https://forms.gle/CoN2dqkHWrqFC7T96
Accepted Fellows will be notified by January 15, 2025 and will be auto-registered for the 2-credit residency course after student confirms acceptance.
Students must attend the residency course in Baltimore June 2-5, 2025. Students are responsible for personal transportation to and from Baltimore. Lodging and meals will be covered by CIL.

Apply Now for CIL Fellows

(To be completed between June 2025 and March 2026)

Complete Fellows Residency course – June 2025
- Lodging and meals will be provided by CIL
- Students are responsible for travel and incidentals
Participate in five virtual peer coaching sessions
Attend at least one Leadership Trek
- Locations will be regional – Baltimore/DC, NYC, west coast, Midwest
- Students are responsible for travel, lodging, meals and incidentals
Participate in a facilitated leadership development process
- 360 Assessment, leadership coaching, individual leadership growth plan
Contribute to research project that highlights a salient leadership topic

Introduction to cutting edge research and evidence-based best practices for leading and influencing others
Facilitated leadership development process that includes a 360 assessment, leadership coaching, and development of an individualized leadership growth plan
Opportunity to connect with peer students in the FlexMBA program to build community and expand your network
Participate in unique, immersive leadership treks that expose you to recognizable leaders and organizations in various industries
2-credit elective course that meets graduation requirements
Official certificate of completion that is endorsed by the Carey Business School and can be added to your resume and professional networking profiles (LinkedIn)

Applicants must have an intended graduation date no earlier than May 2026
Applicants must have completed at least 6 credits in the Flex MBA degree program and be in good academic standing before the start of the Fellows program
Applicants must have completed the 'Leadership and Organizational Behavior' course (or the equivalent 'Leadership in Organizations' course) by June of the application year, as a prerequisite for the Fellows residency course

Want to learn more?

Attend an information session on Monday, December 2, noon-1 p.m. EST. Email us at carey_cil@jhu.edu to request the Zoom link and ask any questions about the Fellows program or application process.

“This was an eye-opening experience that changed my perspective on leadership education. We were able to learn in an interactive environment and explore situations from multiple angles, setting aside pride and preconceived notions.

We learned to explore dissenting opinions, give and receive feedback through peer coaching, create a shared vision, and hone our leadership skills in times of crises and uncertainty.”

Tonya Schnitzius, PharmD
MBA ’24

a group photo of 23 CIL residents with 6 bicycles in a brick walled and wood floor room.

“The tools, frameworks, and experiences from the CIL Fellows program provided a trove of wisdom that I've already begun weaving professionally. The knowledge of research-based leadership practices is guiding my strategic decisions. Furthermore, team exercises have enriched my capability to lead cross-functional teams by fostering a culture of collective goal mapping and accountability.”

Vidith Huot, MBA ’25
Director/Senior Consultant at Nucleate/ZoomRx

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CIL Fellows

Center for Innovative Leadership

CIL Fellows

Become an innovative leader

Program overview

Application process

Fellows Program requirements

Benefits and outcomes

Eligibility requirements

Want to learn more?

“This was an eye-opening experience that changed my perspective on leadership education. We were able to learn in an interactive environment and explore situations from multiple angles, setting aside pride and preconceived notions.

We learned to explore dissenting opinions, give and receive feedback through peer coaching, create a shared vision, and hone our leadership skills in times of crises and uncertainty.”