The Operations Academy™ is an intensive, applied learning experience for professionals who want to understand
Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) and apply it in real agency environments. This is not a series
of stand-alone webinars. The Academy is structured as a cumulative learning experience that builds technical depth,
organizational capability, and professional effectiveness over time. Participants complete pre-study, engage in virtual sessions,
work through applied exercises, and participate in an in-person immersion that culminates in action
planning. Virtual and in-person dates are shown below.
Virtual and in-person dates are shown below.
View the DRAFT AGENDA for the 2026 Hybrid Operations Academy™ Program.
Virtual Portion:
June 25, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
July 9, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
July 16, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
July 23, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
July 30, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Aug 6, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Aug 11, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Aug 13, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Aug 20, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Aug 25, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Aug 27, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Sept 3, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Sept 10, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Sept 17, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Sept 22, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Sept 24, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM ET
Sept 29, 2026, 12:00-1:30 PM ET
Oct 1, 2026, 12:00-1:30 PM ET
Oct 8, 2026, 12:00-1:30 PM ET
Oct 15, 2026, 12:00-1:30 PM ET
Oct 22, 2026, 12:00-1:30 PM ET
In-person Portion:
Arrive on Sunday, October 25, 2026
October 25-30, 2026
Field Study
One field study will be conducted by workshop participants to the Statewide Operations Center of Maryland State Highway Administration.
Pre-Study Program
Following acceptance into the program, participants will be required to complete a series of on-line materials to familiarize themselves with terminology and principles in a variety of key subjects. It is expected that most participants will need to review pre-study materials in some, but not all of the subject areas covered. The amount of time required to complete pre-study requirements will vary, however, all participants should be prepared to devote up to 35 hours to pre-study prior to arrival for the on-site session. Pre-study material will be provided to participants two months prior to the beginning of the two-week program.
Arrangements
For the in-person portion of the program, participants will be housed at the Historic Inns of Annapolis.