An immersive weekend program designed for mid-career professionals looking to strengthen and grow their executive leadership skills.

Applications for the 2027 Leadership Masterclass will open in August 2026.

Program Overview

Back by popular demand, following its sold-out launch in 2025, the AUA's Masterclass in Executive Leadership is a unique, 2-1/2-day program designed for mid-career professionals looking to be more impactful leaders and advance their careers. Becoming a great leader is a lifelong pursuit. Even those in management positions need to nurture their skills to successfully communicate, motivate and navigate today's complex work environments. Having a fundamental understanding of the business behind the practice is also critical for today's leaders in urology.

This immersive weekend is limited to just 24 participants and features an extraordinary group of accomplished leaders who will serve as mentors throughout the experience. Through interactive, small-group discussions, practical exercises, and real-world, case-based scenarios, participants will have the opportunity to:

• Strengthen their own leadership skills to lead, inspire and influence others.
• Gain insight into the role of values, influence, and culture in shaping successful organizations.
• Elevate their communication skills and emotional intelligence to successfully navigate complex relationships and organizational politics.
• Build a solid understanding of the foundational principles of the business of urology to drive better decision-making.

This unique program requires an application and approval prior to registration and will be limited to 24 participants to allow for small-group engagement. The weekend will also include a cocktail reception and dinner on Friday evening, and an off-site group dinner on Saturday evening to foster networking and engagement with faculty and other participants. Participants will receive a certificate of attendance.

Note: The Annual Urology Advocacy (AUA) Summit kicks off on Monday, March 1, 2027, in Washington, DC, just a short distance from AUA headquarters. Access information on the AUA Summit.

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Time, Date, Location

Friday, February 26, at 12 p.m. to Sunday, February 28, 2027, at 12 p.m. AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, MD.

Learn more about Course Directors and Faculty.

Eligibility Requirements

• Graduate of the AUA Leadership Program or urologist (MD or DO) with demonstrated and progressive leadership experience
• Must be an AUA member in the Active, Affiliate or International member category
• 7+ years in practice is preferred

Application Process

• Applicants must submit a formal application during the application cycle (August 5–September 30, 2026).
• Application requirements:
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • History of progressive leadership roles (professional and/or volunteer)
  • Two letters of recommendation, each speaking to demonstrated leadership qualities:
    • One from a professional colleague in a supervisory role, professional mentor or sponsor
    • One from a professional colleague/peer
  • A 500-word personal statement on the value of leadership

Selection Process

• Applications will be reviewed and assessed by the program directors and faculty.
• Applicants will be notified of selections on or before October 30, 2026. Selected applicants must secure their spot within 10 days of notification (via payment of program fee).

Fee: $2,095*

*Includes program fees plus Friday evening reception and dinner; breakfast and lunch on Saturday; off-site dinner on Saturday evening; breakfast and boxed lunch on Sunday. 

Hotel and Travel

Transportation and hotel costs are not included in the program fee. AUA has a partnership with a hotel a short distance from AUA headquarters, which will provide a discounted rate to participants as well as shuttle service. Those details will be provided to accepted applicants. AUA headquarters is located just 3 miles from BWI airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is this program different from the Leadership Program?

As the most venerated and longstanding of AUA's leadership initiatives, the AUA Leadership Program was developed to nurture AUA's leaders of tomorrow. Selected by AUA Sections, participants must be ABU certified and 15 years or less out of residency. The Leadership Program is a year-long commitment that includes a weekend of leadership training as well as cohort-based research projects that address current issues impacting the specialty. Participants in the Leadership Program are funneled into an AUA committee position following their graduation. By comparison, individuals apply to participate in the Masterclass in Executive Leadership program and pay a registration fee. We would encourage graduates of the Leadership Program to apply for this Masterclass for more advanced leadership skills and training. Unlike the Leadership Program, the Masterclass is open to international members of the AUA.

Are the evening activities required?

Your registration fee includes all meals and evening events throughout the weekend, including an on-site cocktail reception and dinner on Friday evening, and an off-site dinner on Saturday. One of the most valuable aspects of the Masterclass is the opportunity to connect with fellow participants and faculty in a more informal setting. These events provide meaningful opportunities to build relationships, exchange ideas, and expand your professional network. In feedback from the inaugural Masterclass, participants consistently noted the networking and connections made outside of the formal sessions as among the most valuable and memorable parts of the experience.