Merck Drexel University

MERCK DREXEL ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM FOR DIVERSE SUPPLIERS

Submissions for 2024 are closed.

The program was designed by Drexel University with Merck in collaboration with Diversity Alliance for Science (DA4S), the Merck Drexel Advanced Leadership Program for Diverse Suppliers (ALP) focuses on application and is supported by evidenced-based research and practitioner-industry experience.

To be considered for this unique learning opportunity, suppliers must submit an online application and be able to commit fully to the program dates. There are limited seats available. Applications will be reviewed by the Drexel and Merck program team.

Application Process:

Online application submission
Video submission (under 90 seconds)
- Introducing program applicant(s)
- Mission, vision, and values of the organization
- How the ALP will benefit the future of the organization
Corporate Biography submission
- Mission, vision, values of the organization
- Overview of products and services offered
- Date of when the organization was founded
- Quick facts or general organization information.

Merck Drexel ALP Curriculum

The ALP integrated program modules support an overarching theme of growing and scaling small and/or diverse businesses by building the leadership abilities and business acumen of diverse business owners. Lead by an interdisciplinary faculty/subject-matter expert team, each module provides an experiential and applied approach to executive development.

For additional information please contact [email protected].

Module Topic Areas

Leadership, Communication and Teams
Building Personal Brand and Storytelling
Strategic Networking
Digital Presence and Strategy
Customer Digital Journey
Digital Media Metrics and Measurement

Financial Reporting, Planning and Budgeting
Short-Term and Long-Term Business Decisions
Intersecting Finance and Operations
Operations and Production Planning
Purchasing and Contract Management
Drexel and Merck Request for Proposal Culminating Capstone Challenge