1. Introduction to MDS Leadership Program Details
Lisa Rechisky
Manager- MDS Leadership Programs
Notes level one
Notes level two
Notes level three
Notes level four

2. Introduction ELP vs. PAL Locations Engineering Leadership Program
Product Assurance Leadership
Locations
Four Locations
Greensboro – 3 ELPs
Florham Park – 5 ELPs
Pittsfield 41 ELPs/ PALs
Fair Lakes – 3 ELPs

3. View of the Program Honor to be selected for this program
It is a tremendous personal commitment
You are considered to be the future leaders for the business
The current program members are thought very highly of

4. How the program works Types of people hired
Work well on teams
3.5 GPA
Extra activities while in school
Leadership
President of Clubs
Eagle Scout
Good communicators
Most are hired straight from college – program is geared towards new hires.
Each student is on program for approximately three years

5. How the program works (continued)
During 3 years
Cross Functional Rotations
3 – 6 Rotations
Expand base of knowledge
Rotations in relevant areas of the business
Rotations are identified by technical managers in need of help.
Rotations can also be defined by a critical skill necessary for a program or the business
Program members can seek out rotational opportunities.
Clear lists of tasks in rotation plans are defined before the start of the rotation.
Carefully measured performance and goals on rotations
Performance in a rotation is expected to be at a level higher than peer group.
Obtain extra business training and leadership classes
Defined Training Plans for each year
Example courses
Team building
Finance for non-financial managers

6. How the program works (continued)
During 3 years (continued)
Are briefed on senior level issues
QBR
Score card
Engineering Metrics
Asked to participate in committees and teams pulled together by senior management
Engineers Week
Project Manage Deres Senior Leadership Meeting
Obtain a prepaid graduate education
Prepaid by semester by LOB
Including fees, registration, GRE, tuition, books
Given 1.5 hrs per course per week for studying, exams, classes, homework

7. A, B and C Course A Course One semester of highly technical classes
Weekly classes taught by a GD employee related to technology of the business.
ELPs broken into teams for the work
Classes are the same throughout MDS.
Classes are taught in one location and VTCed to other locations
Most classes were created in Pittsfield but working towards creating more based on other LOBs.
Weekly lecture with homework
Final project – high level of difficulty
A course dinner upon completion with senior management

8. A, B and C Course B Course Project C Course Project
Helps to improve business (technically or from a leadership perspective)
50 hour project
C Course Project
200 hour project
Must show a benefit to business
Can be an extension of the B Course project
Both B and C Course are presented to senior management upon completion of project.

9. How they are measured Grades Rotations GPA 3.5 desired 3.0 required
Plans in Place
Mid and Final Evaluations
Expectations to be performing and doing tasks above individual contributor level.

10. How they are measured (continued)
Leadership Performance
How well they work with a team
How well they lead a team
Presentation skills
Understanding of business needs
Community Service/ Activities
Give personal time for community service
Time given for internal activities

11. Graduation Requirements
Successful and on time completion of:
A Course
B Course
C Course
Graduate Degree
ELP/PAL program Projects
Training
6 Sigma Project
Attendance at ELP/PAL events
Commitment to community service
GPA minimum 3.0 desired 3.5
Working towards gaining leadership qualities
Strong commitment to the program
Above average performance on rotations

12. Time Charging Education Hours
1.5 hours of chargeable time per class per week.
Only when class is in session

13. Schools Distance Learning vs. On Campus Current schools USC Purdue
NC A&T
Stevens
RPI
WNEC
GWU
VA Tech NVC
NJIT
Distance Learning vs. On Campus

14. Other Activities Outdoor Team Adventure – Lakeville, CT Lunches
Team Building Experience
1st year ELPs and PALs meet
Two day excursion
High Ropes
Team problem solving
Lunches
VIP/Program Lunches
Program members are often invited to special lunches when customers or other VIPs are in town.