Challenge Centric

The core of this program focuses on the projects that Fellows identify at their news enterprises. We call these projects "challenges" in the Sulzberger Program. The program is "challenge centric" rather than "curriculum centric." Most executive leadership programs use case studies. The Sulzberger Program focuses on what is critical to the future success of the news organization and guides the Fellows on how to achieve success.

Performance-Driven

Fellows must articulate the goals they seek and hold themselves accountable to delivering those results during the course of the fellowship year. While doing the project, the Fellow grows as a leader.