Although the project requires some time from you and others within the organization, the total time commitment is not great. The nature of the organization and the complexity of the assignment determines the length, as well as the number of meetings.

The CEO can expect to spend ten to fifteen hours in total, spread over the eight months of the assignment. We suggest students keep you up to date on their progress every few weeks. Your own level of interest in the project may lead you to spend more time. All meetings will be arranged at a time and location suitable to you.

The student group meets with other senior executives and managers as needed. Many larger companies designate a liaison manager who may spend a little more time with the students than would other executives.