A leadership development program is a structured and organized initiative designed to help individuals develop their skills, knowledge, and abilities as leaders. The goal of such programs is to prepare participants for higher levels of responsibility within an organization or to provide them with the tools necessary to become effective leaders in any setting. These programs typically include a combination of classroom instruction, practical exercises, coaching, mentoring, and other activities that focus on developing leadership skills such as communication, decision-making, conflict resolution, team building, and strategic thinking. Leadership development programs are often offered to employees within an organization or can be accessed through external providers.