January 5 – February 14, 2026 | 100% Online | Registration Closes January 2 (or when the session is full)

Presented in partnership with the YUM! Center for Global Franchise Excellence at the University of Louisville

Fall Into Franchise Mastery

Get hands-on with the fundamentals that drive franchise success. Whether you’re exploring the franchise model or looking to expand your influence within it, this immersive six-week bootcamp will give you the strategic tools to lead with confidence and clarity.

This isn’t surface-level content—it’s a deep dive into the business, legal, and people-driven dynamics of franchising, taught by industry experts who’ve done the work.

What You’ll Learn

• What makes the franchise model work (and why it sometimes doesn’t)
• How to confidently interpret and discuss the FDD
• The dynamics of high-functioning franchisee–franchisor relationships
• HR practices that scale and sustain
• Leading franchise teams through alignment, vision, and values
• Evaluating growth opportunities and financing them wisely

Why You’ll Want In

• Max of 25 participants for a close-knit learning experience
• Expert-led, on-demand content you can revisit anytime
• Practical tools and strategies you can apply immediately
• Earn CFE credit (if enrolled in the program)
• Open to all professionals, including franchise suppliers & partners

Registration closes January 2 — or sooner if full.
Apply Now to Join the November Cohort 

CFE program participation is not required. This course is open to anyone interested in professional development in franchising.

Refund and Cancellation Policy

*Beginning July 1, 2024, all cohort reschedules will require a $100 administrative fee. If a second request for reschedule is made, the fee will be 50% of the course price.