• There are 30 spots in the program. Candidates are nominated by Vice Presidents and Deans.
• The program kicks off in September and lasts 12 months.
• The program requires approximately eight hours of participation each month, on average.
• Complete and submit this nomination form.
• Once selected, nominees will be asked to submit a résumé / CV and a statement of interest.

This program is a year-long leadership cohort designed to enhance competencies that are common to positions which supervise teams or departments as well as those with a broad span of control.

Availability and commitment to attend all sessions. Program schedule will be shared with selected participants no later by August. 

High-potential candidates are those who demonstrate leadership and management qualifications that suggest future senior leadership potential.

A diverse cohort means a richer experience for the participants. We welcome nominations of senior leaders to mid-level managers to new managers and individual contributors across Grounds. Consider diversity in all aspects when making your nomination, in addition to the diverse skillsets a candidate may contribute to the program's overall learning experience.

The Cornerstone Program is committed to providing leaders with the knowledge, skills, and support to build an environment of inclusivity within their diverse teams.  The Cornerstone Program will achieve this by focusing on the following Korn Ferry competencies:

• Builds interpersonal trust
• Integrates diverse perspectives
• Optimizes talent
• Applies an adaptive mindset
• Achieves transformation

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