As you plan your business priorities for 2027, don’t overlook one of your most valuable investments: your people.
Leadership development helps prepare emerging leaders for new responsibilities and gives experienced supervisors the tools to strengthen team performance, communication and decision-making. By including training in your annual budget, you can plan ahead and build the skills your business needs to move forward.
Your 2027 Leadership Development Budget Planner
Not sure where to start? The MBA offers two programs designed for different stages of leadership development, with exclusive pricing for MBA members.
| Leadership Launchpad | Strategic Leadership & Supervision | |
|---|---|---|
| Designed for | Emerging leaders and new supervisors | Experienced supervisors |
| Full pathway | 5 classes | 8 classes |
| Cost per employee | $1,150 | $2,000 |
| Employees to develop | _____ | _____ |
| Total budget | $1,150 × employees | $2,000 × employees |
How to use your budget planner:
- Identify the employees you want to develop.
- Choose the program that fits their experience and responsibilities.
- Multiply the number of employees by the full pathway cost to estimate your investment.
Which Leadership Development Program Is Right for Your Team?
Leadership Launchpad helps emerging leaders and new supervisors build confidence, improve communication, solve problems and develop their leadership skills through a five-class series.
Strategic Leadership & Supervision is an eight-class experience for experienced supervisors focused on strategic thinking, team culture, performance management, talent development and leading through change.
Both programs offer practical skills participants can apply to their roles, helping connect training to the challenges they face at work.
Start Planning Your 2027 Leadership Development Budget
Your budget is an opportunity to prepare your team for what’s ahead. Whether you’re developing future leaders or strengthening your current supervisors, the MBA can help you build a training plan that aligns with your goals and budget.
Ready to get started? Contact Tracy Daggett at tdaggett@mbausa.org to discuss your team’s needs and plan your 2027 leadership development investment.