2025 LITLA Program Description (1) - Flipbook - Page 4
Program Overview
The LIT Leadership Academy (LITLA) program is offered by Latinos In Transit and
is designed for career development in the transit industry. It is curated and
facilitated by transportation industry leaders, ensuring a high-quality learning
experience. LITLA offers a comprehensive and structured approach to
developing leadership skills in the public transportation industry. It combines
theoretical knowledge with practical experience through the capstone project
and provides an excellent opportunity for career advancement in the field.
Application deadline: January 13, 2025.
Program Tracks
The program consists of four virtual training and development tracks:
Making of an Executive
Leading in Middle Management
New Careers in Transit
Transit Board Leadership
Modules
Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of public transportation. The
curriculum covers management practices, finance, procurement, labor relations,
and regulatory compliance. Each area consists of five modules.
Virtual Program Schedule
The program runs for five months, starting with an orientation in March 2025.
One module is held each month, with each module lasting 3.5 hours. The
training will be conducted virtually by industry leaders.
Capstone Project
To graduate from the academy, participants are required to complete a
capstone project. The capstone project will involve an in-person presentation.
The presentation for the capstone project will take place during the LIT
Leadership Summit in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Paying participants will receive
complimentary summit registration as part of the program fee. Diamante, Oro
and Plata Corporate member participants will receive a discounted rate for
summit registration.
Graduation
An in-person graduation will also take place at the Leadership Summit following
successfully completing the presentation.
2025
Latinos In Transit
Leadership Academy
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
