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Qualified Executive Leader (Q|EL)

$997.00

Official Training Program, Official Digital Study Manual, Official Prep Review Quizzes, Digital Certificate of Completion

Digital Certificate of Completion
47,787
120
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English
Online Self-Study
120 hours

Overview

GREAT LEADERS NEVER SET OUT TO BE A LEADER, THEY SET OUT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

You have incredible potential to become one of your organization's greatest assets. But how do become an influential leader that can drive amazing results? Developing into a strong leader that people want to follow requires great mentorship. Mentors that can help you hone a very specific skill set based on timeless principles of the world's foremost experts in leading people. This incredible training in executive leadership blends the latest research and theories with values and principles that will help you to develop your leadership strengths in an effort to prepare you for greater challenges.

You will have an amazing opportunity to work closely with some of the industry’s greatest leaders in a dynamic, interactive environment, that helps shape effective leadership strategies with real results. You’ll be able to test new strategies and receive instant feedback, preparing you to return to your organization ready to make an immediate impact. And you’ll collaborate with other highly motivated individuals from around the world, increasing your professional network.

Executive Leadership Program Benefits & Value

  • Strengthen emotional intelligence for greater influence, stronger relationships, and higher levels of productivity from your team
  • Understand the importance of leadership and followership
  • Improve negotiation skills and understand how communication style influences leadership outcomes
  • Leverage organizational culture for best productivity and commitment
  • More effectively lead change initiatives to advance organizational growth
  • Learn from the CEO of one of the World’s Fastest-Growing Companies on the Inc. 500 for the last 6 years (#1 in education and professional development) and voted the #1 organizations to work for on the Best and Brightest List!

Your journey on earning this incredible credential will be filled with interactive video-based lectures, hands-on experiential workshops, small group discussions, and guest speakers. All in a stimulating environment on the McAfee Institute online platform, led by Joshua McAfee CEO and Founder of the McAfee Institute.

CURRICULUM
  • Welcome To CEL / Q|EL
  • Developing the Leader Within
  • Building Trust and Credibility
  • Attracting Followers
  • Becoming a Leader of Influence
  • Finding Ways to Succeed
  • Understanding Leadership and the Sacrifice
  • Success, Victory, and Legacy
  • Leadership Research Assignment
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Professional Development
  • Final Board Exam
DOWNLOAD THE SYLLABUS BELOW

Want to learn more about the CEL and Q|EL? Within these programs, you are going to discover cutting-edge techniques and real-world training in executive leadership and position yourself as an industry-recognized leader upon completion of these incredible programs. Download the complete syllabus here.

EXAM DETAILS


EXAM IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS PROGRAM

Exam Details Program (Should you want to obtain an exam license to sit for the exam) - 

If you choose to sit for the exam which is not required to earn the qualified certificate of completion, the Exam is a written paper on leadership.

    You can purchase an exam license here  for $450 USD separately to sit for the exam if you don't buy the open-source intelligence training bundle.

    RENEWALS

    The cost is $125 for an additional two years and requires proof of completion of 20 CPE credits. 

    ELIGIBILITY

    EXAM IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS PROGRAM

    Eligibility is not required for the Qualified Executive Leader (Q|EL) individual training.

    Eligibility is required if you chose to sit for the Certified Executive Leader (CEL) board exam.

    Bachelor’s degree or higher plus two years of professional experience

    OR 
    Associates degree plus three years of experience 
    OR 
    High school diploma or equivalency plus four years of experience. 

    Also, a person convicted of a felony, any crime of moral turpitude or misdemeanor relating to honesty, theft, embezzlement, fraud, or the like shall be ineligible to become a QEL®. The applicant must successfully pass the prescribed background check, which may include a criminal background check and examination process. Falsification or omission of information on the application form will be reason enough to disqualify the applicant from holding the credential.

    ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

    What if I don’t want to attend the training program. Can I just sit for the exam?

    You do not need to attend our training programs to sit for the board exam. 

    If you are interested in sitting for the exam only to become a Certified Executive Leader (CEL), you may obtain an exam license to do so. Exam licenses are valid for one year after purchase. Click the image below to purchase. 

     

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    Exam & Renewal Details

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Course Experience

    How long do I have access to the Training?

    You get lifetime access to the training program for as long as it is still active.

    How long do I have to complete a certification program and exam?

    You have one year from enrollment to complete the certification program and examination.

    Is everything I need included in a certification program?

    Yes, you will not need any other resources or materials as the certification program is all inclusive of the content you need to study and pass for the board exam.

    Does McAfee Institute use a Proctor for the exams?

    The McAfee Institute utilizes ProctorU which is an online exam proctoring services for all courses which require a proctored exam. This secure, cloud-based proctoring service allows students to take secure exams at their convenience while maintaining university integrity. The exam can be accessed through www.mcafeeinstitute.com. More instructions and training videos for utilizing ProctorU can be viewed in the New Student Orientation. A PC or Mac, webcam (external or built-in), and an internet connection are required.

    Students should be prepared to show two (2) forms of personal ID. Both must have a signature, and both must be current. One of the two must have the student’s photo. The ID bearing both a signature and photo must be government-issued.

    Exposure to Sensitive Content

    Disclaimer: Exposure to Sensitive Content

    Please be aware that the programs and certifications offered by the McAfee Institute may include content that some participants might find disturbing or offensive. By enrolling in our courses, you acknowledge that you may be exposed to materials that include, but are not limited to, adult language, nudity, graphic depictions of death, explicit discussions of political issues, scenes depicting intense violence, and real-world criminal scenarios. Additional sensitive topics may include racial and ethnic tensions, sexual content, religious contexts, mental health issues, substance abuse, terrorism, child abuse and exploitation, as well as corruption and extreme ideologies.

    Context and Humor in Training: Our training sometimes incorporates humor to facilitate learning and engagement. Please understand that any humor used is intended to enhance the educational experience and is not meant to be offensive or belittle serious topics. Furthermore, discussions in our courses may cover sensitive topics such as nudity and death as they are relevant to law enforcement scenarios. Political discussions and analyses of various countries and cultures are also integral to our training, aimed at providing a comprehensive understanding of global and domestic issues as they relate to law enforcement.

    Intent and Educational Purpose: These elements are included for educational purposes and are intended to provide a realistic view of the subjects under study. Our aim is not to offend or cause distress but to prepare you for real-life situations you may encounter in your professional life. We strive to handle all content with the utmost respect and professionalism, keeping in mind the diverse backgrounds of our participants.

    Participants are advised to consider their personal sensitivities and circumstances before enrolling. If at any time you feel uncomfortable, we encourage you to reach out to an instructor or program coordinator for support and guidance.

    By continuing with the enrollment and participating in the courses, you explicitly agree and understand that the McAfee Institute is not liable for any emotional distress, discomfort, or offense that may arise from exposure to such content or the manner in which it is presented. This includes understanding that certain topics may evoke strong emotional responses due to personal experiences or beliefs, and participants are expected to manage their engagement according to their own discretion and advice from medical or psychological professionals if necessary.

    Your decision to proceed with the course indicates your acceptance of this potential exposure and an acknowledgment of the educational purpose behind including such content in our curriculum.

    Payment and Refunds

    What is your refund policy?

    We offer a NO-Questions-asked 3 day money-back guarantee from the date you enroll in your program if you are not satisfied with your program for any reason under the below conditions.

    To be eligible for a refund under our money-back guarantee you MUST NOT have viewed more than 5% of your program and not have downloaded any of the course content.

    How long will it take to receive my refund?

    Refunds can take up to 30 days to be credited back to your account. This is dependant on your credit card company and not us.

    Do you offer payment plans?

    If you are a U.S. or Canadian citizen, we are excited to offer flexible payment plan options through Affirm and Sezzle at checkout.

    With Affirm, you can enjoy the convenience of spreading your payments over up to 36 months, subject to approval.

    For those who prefer a shorter plan, Sezzle offers an interest-free option, allowing you to make 4 biweekly payments.

    Choose the plan that best suits your financial needs and start your journey with us today.

    How do the Scholarship Offers work?

    OVERVIEW

    You cannot combine discount codes or other promotional offers on scholarship offers. Discount codes are valid on full price items only and cannot be combined. Scholarships are applied directly to the price of the enrollment tuition. No other codes are needed.

    FINANCIAL NEED

    Scholarships are available to students in financial need. They are not for employer purchases. Scholarships are based on sponsors and thier needs as they are sponsoring a students enrollment. Scholarships are limited and not always available.

    AVAILABILITY

    Scholarships are limited in the number we offer and the amount. Once they are gone they are gone. If a scholarship is available it will be listed on the course page and applied to the price on the website.

    HOW TO SECURE A SCHOLARSHIP

    It is easy to secure your scholarship. Simply enroll in the program of choice when a scholarship is available.

    ELIGIBLITY

    Scholarships are designed for students in finacial need only. McAfee Institute reserves the right to verify and validate financial need of the student on enrollment into the program.

    ADDITIONAL POLICY

    Using a discount code or promotional code will result in termination of your account and course access and you herby agree to follow these terms as outlined.

    BECOME A SPONSOR

    If you would like to become a sponsor please follow this link for more details.

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    System Requirements

    Are there system requirements?

    You cannot use a VPN, TVN or Proxy to access our site our course materials due to our security measures. In addition you will need a laptop or desktop computer as well. Review the following requirements for your camera, operating system, upload/download speeds, RAM, ports, microphones, and browsers. Also included is a list of technology not currently supported by ProctorU.

    Recomended
    Internet Connection
    Wifi Connection
    Wired Connection

    PC Users
    Windows 10 (Windows 10 S mode is not supported)
    Windows 11

    Mac Users
    MacOS 10.13 (Oldest Still Maintained Version)
    MacOS 10.15

    CPU
    More than 2 core CPU, less than 85% CPU Usage
    More than 4 core CPU, less than 50% CPU Usage

    Webcam
    640x480 resolution
    1280x720 resolution

    Internet Download Speed
    1 Mbps
    12 Mbps

    Internet Upload Speed
    1 Mbps
    3 Mbps

    RAM
    4 GB, less than 95% Ram Usage
    16 GB, less than 90% Usage

    Connectivity Ports
    1935, 843, 80, 443, 61613, UDP/TCP
    1935, 843, 80, 443, 61613, UDP/TCP

    Screen Resolution
    1366 x 768
    1920 x 1080 and above

    Additional Requirements: 

    • A functioning microphone (some web cameras have them built-in); microphone should not be part of headphones
    • Headphones are generally not permitted,  check with your testing organization to determine if headphones are permitted
    • A compatible browser: Google Chrome (preferred) or Mozilla Firefox

    Not Supported:

    • Microsoft Edge browser 
    • Google Chromebooks (with Guardian Browser)
    • Google Chromebooks for Live+ or Review+
    • Tablets (Nexus, iPad, Tab, Note, etc.)
    • Smartphones
    • Linux operating systems
    • Windows 10 in S mode or Surface RT
    • Connecting from within a virtual machine. You will be asked to reconnect using your host operating system to take your exam
    • Apple Boot Camp
    • Remote Access Software
    • Inactive Version of Windows and Test Builds/Test Mode

    Can I use a VPN, VM, Proxy or Similar?

    You cannot use a VPN, TVN or Proxy to access our site our course materials due to our security measures. 

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