Based on an MBA curriculum,
Built for association leaders.
Learning Objectives of the AE-MBA
AE-MBA Pricing
W h a t ' s I n c l u d e d
Explore the AE-MBA
Maximize your learning with a blend of self-paced eLearning with interactive live sessions!
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PROGRAM ONBOARDING AND KICK-OFF
April 15
VISION GOALS & PLANNING PROCESS
April 29
THE RIGHT TEAM & CUSTOMER
May 13
AN EMPOWERED SYSTEM OF MANAGEMENT
May 27
DEMYSTIFYING THE FINANCIALS
June 10
APPLYING THE FINANCIALS
June 24
Gain up to 10 CAE credits!
The live hour portions of the program may be applied for 5 credits toward your CAE application or renewal of professional development requirements.
While under review, we anticipate the self-study and assessment portion of the program will also have 5 additional CAE credits.
Association leaders from across the country!
L i v e s e s s i o n s f o r e v e r y o n e
What makes this program different?
The real key, is a blended learning experience -- pairing self-paced online learning with live facilitated session to learn with you peers and from the experts themselves in real-time.
What does the AE-MBA curriculum cover?
Meet the Team
Created to teach the fundamental skills every association leader needs for sustaining success and growth. From people management to association finances, and all in between.
Aubie Knight
Vision, Goals, & Planning
CEO of the Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina. Aubie works with the IIANC Board of Directors to set the association's strategic direction. Aubie is recognized for his bold visions, creative problem-solving, and desire for growth and evolution in the association and insurance industry. He takes great pride in the fact that IIANC has been listed as a top (1st, or 2nd) employer in North Carolina for three consecutive years and that the IIANC team has an office culture and engagement score ranked in the top 1% of US employers.
Liz Richards
The Right Team and Community
Serving as the CEO of the Material Handling Equipment Distributors association (MHEDA) for over 27 years. Liz has has built a culture that will continue to live on even through her retirement at the end of 2024. Focusing on creating a team that always 'did the right thing' she has continue to build a strong staff and grown the MHEDA membership and impact through both the good years, and the down years of the industry.
John Cioffi
Program Creator
The Chief Content Officer at GoalMakers, has spent the last 30-years, coaching hundreds of clients to success. He helps businesses of all types and sizes understand the people management and organizational leadership needed to be successful.
Jeremy Wall
Lead Facilitator
Our lead facilitator has worked with hundreds of business owners & operators helping them not simply learn the material, but implement to success within their organization. Jeremy has founded, grown, and exited businesses and will work with your as you do the same!
THE GOALMAKERS GUARANTEE
We believe in our program, so much that we offer a money-back guarantee if you don't find value after the first two weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an actual MBA degree?
While the AE-MBA is based on an MBA curriculum -- it is not an equivalent to a higher-ed MBA designation.
The program provided is not intended to and does not educate or train attendees in a program leading toward (i) examinations for licensing in a profession or vocation, (ii) employment at a beginning or advanced level, or (iii) a postsecondary educational credential of a Masters degree from a university.
The program provided is not intended to and does not educate or train attendees in a program leading toward (i) examinations for licensing in a profession or vocation, (ii) employment at a beginning or advanced level, or (iii) a postsecondary educational credential of a Masters degree from a university.
Who is the AE-MBA for?
This program was built for everyone from the CEO to the sweeper, the more of your team that understands these fundamentals, the better off you will be.
However, this specific cohort is focused new, experienced, and aspiring CEOs or Executive Directors.
However, this specific cohort is focused new, experienced, and aspiring CEOs or Executive Directors.
How many people from my association should participate?
The AE-MBA can be used as a great organizational alignment tool to bring your team together, however, this cohort is reserved for CEOs & Executive Directors.
That being said, if you have a near-future CEO on staff, you can bring them to join this program and learn alongside you to advance their professional career even if they are not yet in the role of CEO yet.
That being said, if you have a near-future CEO on staff, you can bring them to join this program and learn alongside you to advance their professional career even if they are not yet in the role of CEO yet.
How many CAE credits can I gain?
In short, you can gain up to 10 CAE credits, 5 CAE credits for live attendance, 5 CAE self-study credits.
This program meets the requirements for fulfilling the professional development requirements to earn or maintain the Certified Association Executive credential. Every program that we offer which qualifies for CAE credit will clearly identify the number of CAE credits granted for full participation, and we will maintain records of your participation in accord with CAE policies. For more information about the CAE credential or Approved Provider program, please visit www.whatiscae.org.
The live hour portions of the program may be applied for 5 credits toward your CAE application or renewal of professional development requirements. While under review, we anticipate the self-study and assessment portion of the program will also have 5 additional CAE credits.
This program meets the requirements for fulfilling the professional development requirements to earn or maintain the Certified Association Executive credential. Every program that we offer which qualifies for CAE credit will clearly identify the number of CAE credits granted for full participation, and we will maintain records of your participation in accord with CAE policies. For more information about the CAE credential or Approved Provider program, please visit www.whatiscae.org.
The live hour portions of the program may be applied for 5 credits toward your CAE application or renewal of professional development requirements. While under review, we anticipate the self-study and assessment portion of the program will also have 5 additional CAE credits.
Note: This program is not endorsed, accredited, or affiliated with ASAE or the CAE program. Applicants may use any program that meets eligibility requirements in the specific time frame towards the exam application or renewal. There are no specific individual courses required as part of the applications – selection of eligible education is up to the applicant based on his/her needs.
Are there assignments I must complete to get the certificate?
You won't get a certificate just for signing up, no participation trophies here!
Throughout the program there are 6 end-of-section knowledge checks at the end of each of the management sections, and then a cumulative exam at the end. All must be completed and passed in order to receive your certificate and qualify for all 5 hours of the self-paced CAE credits.
Throughout the program there are 6 end-of-section knowledge checks at the end of each of the management sections, and then a cumulative exam at the end. All must be completed and passed in order to receive your certificate and qualify for all 5 hours of the self-paced CAE credits.
What if I miss the live sessions?
While you will get the most out of joining them and participating in the conversation with both your peers and industry experts, if you can't make one do not worry! All sessions are recorded and uploaded into the eLearning to review later.
How long will I have access to the program?
Great question, while the AE-MBA runs in a synchronous timing with your peers after the 10-weeks you will retain access to the eLearning for a full calendar year after we wrap up.
How long will it take me?
While this program is self-paced, timing is based on averages, some will take much longer and others will take less. The average learner progresses through this at ~2.5 hours per week, so we suggest earmarking at least that much time.
Then bi-weekly we have 60-minute long live sessions with your peers and industry experts.
Overall, you should expect anywhere from 20-40 hours over the 10-weeks. (Some learners spend much longer than this and some a little less, but it depends on where you are at in your professional journey)!
Then bi-weekly we have 60-minute long live sessions with your peers and industry experts.
Overall, you should expect anywhere from 20-40 hours over the 10-weeks. (Some learners spend much longer than this and some a little less, but it depends on where you are at in your professional journey)!
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