Management Academy Cohort 3: 2026 

Session One – Topic: Council Manager Form of Government
Friday, January 9, 2026

• History and Philosophy of Council Management Form of Government
• The Role of the City/County Manager
• Factors for Success in a Political Environment

Session One Agenda

Session Two – Topic: Approaches to Leadership and City Management
Friday, February 20, 2026

• Leadership styles
• Competencies essential to local government managers
• Preparing the next generation of leaders
• Approaches of different leaders

Session Two Agenda

2025 ACMA Management Academy: Past Dates & Topics

2024 ACMA Management Academy: Past Dates & Topics