Published date: June 24, 2026

The APWA-NC Public Works Institute (PWI) is a comprehensive, chapter-wide leadership development program designed to prepare first-line supervisors, emerging leaders, and mid-career public works professionals across North Carolina for increased responsibility and success. Delivered through four three-day modules over the course of a fiscal year, the program provides hands-on training in supervisory practices, communication, government fundamentals, asset management, and public works operations.

The program delivers 90 hours of instruction across four three-day modules held during a single fiscal year.

The curriculum includes:

  • Supervisory and management techniques
  • Leadership and communication skills
  • Government fundamentals
  • Public works finance and budgeting
  • Legal and risk management considerations
  • Asset management and public works operations

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