Leadership Experiences
Progression
At Sanger, we understand that every leadership journey is unique, personal, and ever-evolving.
That’s why our programs are designed to meet you where you are—helping you build self-awareness, experiment with new ways of leading, and grow at your own pace. The Sanger Leadership Progression below shows how our experiences connect, guiding you from foundational skills to deeper, community-based learning opportunities.
Sanger Student Progression
Your pathway to leadership development
Breakdown
Build Your Foundation
All Michigan Ross students begin their U-M leadership development journeys with Collaboration Lab, where we help you build self-awareness, trust, and essential group skills.
Explore Your Options
Expand your experience through programs like Legacy Lab, Story Lab, Leading Inclusive Teams, and the Leadership Crisis Challenge. Reflect on your values, experiment with new approaches, and practice leadership in action.
Integrate Your Journey
Earn the Michigan Ross Leader Endorsement (MRLE)—a credential that recognizes students who commit to becoming better leaders. Complete workshops, courses, reflections, and coaching at your own pace to tie your experiences together.
Go Deeper
Join the Ross Leaders Academy (RLA)—Sanger’s premier, year-long leadership community. Learn from peers, engage with research-backed content, receive personalized coaching, and emerge as a more confident and purpose-driven leader.