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Welcome to the Technology & Leadership Center

For over 40 years, the Technology & Leadership Center (TLCenter, formerly known as CAIT) at Washington University in St. Louis has delivered transformative skills training that empowers professionals and drives business success across industries. Our expert-led programs span Leadership Development, Agile Project Management, Cybersecurity, and Data Analytics, equipping individuals with the skills to excel in today’s dynamic work environment.

We collaborate with professionals and businesses both locally and globally to ensure our courses meet evolving industry demands. Whether you're focused on enhancing individual skills, preparing for certifications, or implementing customized training solutions at an organizational level, the TLCenter is your trusted partner for comprehensive professional development. We invite you to explore our comprehensive range of courses designed to support your growth and success in today’s competitive landscape. To learn more about our training solutions, feel free to contact us.

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    *Enrollment is open year-round with flexible options to suit your schedule and career goals.
    *For more in-depth information on our programs or customized training solutions for your team, contact us for further details.

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    Plan your learning journey with our comprehensive course schedule.

    Explore a wide range of TLCenter Certificates offered throughout the year.

    Explore the benefits of our Corporate Membership program, designed to provide organizations with discounted access to our professional development resources, enhancing professional growth and innovation.

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    Email: tlcenter@wustl.edu
     
    Phone: 314.935.4444
     
    Office: Danforth Campus - Washington University Lopata Hall, 5th Floor, St. Louis, MO 63130
     
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    Training Solutions

    Technical Leadership Certificate
    Performance Management Certificate
    Agile Coaching Certificate

    Featured Training

    📣 Register for our next Virtual Information Session Today!

    We’re excited to introduce our Technical Leadership Development Tracks, designed to streamline your journey towards achieving a Technical Leadership Certificate in less than 90 days. Each track dives deep into essential leadership competencies, arranged on a pre-scheduled path for the utmost convenience. For those seeking a more personalized approach, à la carte course selection is still available—simply fill out this form on the Technical Leadership page or add individual courses to your cart. Choose the track that best fits your schedule and level up your leadership ability in under 3 months.

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    Jan 27, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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    Roundtables

    At WashU's Roundtables, we're more than just a platform — we're a one-of-a-kind community of professionals united by common goals. Here, individuals in similar fields converge to share insights, discuss challenges and collaboratively enhance their craft. Your expertise, experiences, and collective knowledge form the backbone of this dynamic exchange, making Roundtables a hub where specialized knowledge flourishes and professionals grow together.

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    Boot Camps

     

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    This 24-week Data Engineering Boot Camp introduces key skills to build data pipelines that can transform raw, unstructured data into formats that others, like data scientists, can use for analysis. 

     

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    This 24-week Data Science Boot Camp is a challenging, part-time program in a high-demand field. The Data Science Boot Camp introduces the use of statistical inference and machine learning to manipulate data and draw actionable conclusions.

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    "There's no more valuable thing that I do each month than attend the Roundtables." Randy Raw - Chief Information Security Officer - Veterans United Home Loans
    "This is an excellent class that is really needed at all levels, not just management." Foundation for Effective Leadership - Communication Certificate - Technical Leadership Certificate Program
    “Thank you to the entire WashU Boot Camp team for helping me make a career change after 14 years!” Sohini Ponnam
    "You rarely get an opportunity to meet people outside of your own company that are going through similar challenges that you are. This is a great place where you can meet those folks and talk through shared challenges." Paul Thakadiyil - Vice President, Global IT - RGA
    "The Project Management Professional exam prep course was well beyond my expectation in all the right ways." Barb Strang