Application for Class 2011 available September 2010.[1]                             

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2011 Session Dates:

                  May 11-13              September 14-16
                  July 13-15               November 2-4

What Can Participants Expect?

• IGEL is a multi-session program that takes place in various locations around the state. A combination of in-the-field experiences are enhanced by seminars that include the use of case-based, realistic simulations and presentations by leading experts in target subjects for each session. 
  
• Sessions focus on leadership development with regards to current environmental issues and emerging environmental challenges, environmental problem solving, communication skills and conflict management. At the end of the program, class members are better prepared to lead where leadership is most needed. 
  
• During the program, IGEL participants will: 
  • Experience first-hand the impact of environmental decisions on communities, industries and individuals in various parts of the state,
  • Observe how other leaders have handled these challenges and analyze what our state’s expectations are for the environmental leadership of the future.
  • Learn about the environmental problems and opportunities facing Georgia, 
    
• Tuition for the 2011 IGEL Class:
    $3,900 - Corporate/Private Sector  [S Corporations, C Corporations, State Government, Regional                Planning Organizations, 501(c)(6), Out-of-State participants].
    $3,000 - Non-Profit/Other  [501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), County and Municipal local governments].  
• The tuition fee for the 4-session program covers instruction, materials, lodging and meals. Partial scholarships are available due to generous corporate and individual sponsor gifts. 
  
• To ensure that participants are fully engaged and committed to the program, 100% attendance is required. In addition, participants must dedicate time to reading materials in preparation for each session.
  
• IGEL qualifies as an elective program for the Certified Commissioner Advanced Training Program for the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG). 
  
• The program is facilitated by faculty at the Fanning Institute at the University of Georgia.