A leadership course for Battalion Chiefs, Division Chiefs, and Fire Chiefs
This course guides newly promoted Battalion and Division Chiefs through the challenges and responsibilities of executive leadership. You will move beyond operational expertise to master command-level judgment, administrative acumen, and organizational influence. Through real-world scenarios and actionable strategies, you will develop the mindset, skills, and confidence to lead effectively at the highest levels and leave a lasting legacy for your department.
Modules:
01 — Transitioning from Company Officer to Chief Officer
02 — Understanding Executive Authority and Its Boundaries
03 — Command Staff's Role in Strategy and Governance
04 — Failure Patterns and Leadership Pitfalls for New Chiefs
05 — Developing a Personal Executive Leadership Philosophy
06 — On-Duty Authority and Upward Communication
07 — Mastering Administrative and Fiscal Responsibilities
08 — Navigating Organizational Governance and Legal Frameworks
09 — Understanding and Managing Organizational Politics
10 — Leading Across Divisions and Managing Peer Relationships
11 — Personnel Management at the Command Level
12 — Public Exposure, Media Relations, and Crisis Communication
13 — Shaping Organizational Culture and Building a Leadership Legacy
Format: Online, self-paced
Length: 13 modules · 20–26 contact hours
Window: Complete within 90–120 days
Who is this for: Battalion, Division Chiefs, and Fire Chiefs
A leadership course for Battalion Chiefs, Division Chiefs, and Fire Chiefs
This course guides newly promoted Battalion and Division Chiefs through the challenges and responsibilities of executive leadership. You will move beyond operational expertise to master command-level judgment, administrative acumen, and organizational influence. Through real-world scenarios and actionable strategies, you will develop the mindset, skills, and confidence to lead effectively at the highest levels and leave a lasting legacy for your department.
Modules:
01 — Transitioning from Company Officer to Chief Officer
02 — Understanding Executive Authority and Its Boundaries
03 — Command Staff's Role in Strategy and Governance
04 — Failure Patterns and Leadership Pitfalls for New Chiefs
05 — Developing a Personal Executive Leadership Philosophy
06 — On-Duty Authority and Upward Communication
07 — Mastering Administrative and Fiscal Responsibilities
08 — Navigating Organizational Governance and Legal Frameworks
09 — Understanding and Managing Organizational Politics
10 — Leading Across Divisions and Managing Peer Relationships
11 — Personnel Management at the Command Level
12 — Public Exposure, Media Relations, and Crisis Communication
13 — Shaping Organizational Culture and Building a Leadership Legacy
Format: Online, self-paced
Length: 13 modules · 20–26 contact hours
Window: Complete within 90–120 days
Who is this for: Battalion, Division Chiefs, and Fire Chiefs