CII Best Practices Bootcamp

A New Professional Development Opportunity You Don’t Want to Miss:

CII partnered with UT’s Texas Engineering Executive Education (TxEEE) office to develop a new professional development course for early-career professionals and their busy schedules. 

This intensive three-day in-person course will introduce you to CII and our seventeen Best Practices through a good balance of lectures and learning activities. 



During the class, you will have a chance to get to know your fellow participants, who are also new to CII, since networking in this industry is invaluable. 

Who Should Attend

Designed for early-career professionals (0-5 years), but open to anyone who wants to learn more about CII Best Practices. 

Enrollment is limited to 30 students to ensure the highest caliber of interaction among the participants.
 

Schedule 

The Bootcamp schedule for 2026 is available below:



The hour-long virtual primer session will provide you with a foundational understanding of CII, review the topics we'll cover in the classroom, and review the pre-read assignments, which are crucial for your preparation and active participation in the Bootcamp. 

At the hour-long virtual follow-up session, we will discuss where you plan to implement a CII Best Practice on the job, how you can stay connected to CII through our Communities for Business Advancement (CBAs), and Q&A. 
 

Location 

The Bootcamp will be hosted at Burns & McDonnell in their Houston office: 1700 West Loop S. Suite 1500 Houston, TX. 77027.
 

Registration Fee 

The fee for a single registration from a CII member organization is $4,000.  
The fee for a single registration from a non-member organization is $6,000. 
The registration fee includes tuition, course materials, and planned meals. 
 

Travel Logistics 

If you are flying, you will want to fly into William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). For additional information about transportation from the airport, please check the airport’s ground transportation webpage.
 

Hotel Information 

The cost of your hotel is separate from the program, and we leave the choice of hotel up to you to better accommodate organizations with different travel policies and preferences.  

Once you have booked your hotel, please notify me where you have chosen to stay and the dates you booked.  

Below you will find a convenient list of nearby hotels. These hotels offer a range of amenities and are located near the Burns & McDonnell offices, providing a comfortable and convenient stay during the program.

• Houston Marriott West Loop by The Galleria is connected to the offices and is the closest option: Houston Marriott West Loop by The Galleria - Near Uptown Park 1750 West Loop South, Houston, Texas, USA, 77027
• The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston (.3 miles) The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston - Houston's Only Five-Star Hotel 925 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056
• Drury Inn & Suites Houston Near the Galleria (.5 miles) Drury Inn & Suites Houston Near the Galleria - Drury Hotels 1615 W Loop South, Houston, TX 77027

Meal Information  

A Networking Event will be held on Monday. Meals, including breakfast, lunch, and snack breaks, will be provided on Tuesday and Wednesday. Dinners on Tuesday and Wednesday will be at your discretion. 
 

Attire 

As you plan to stay in Houston, business casual is customary for daily sessions.

May in Texas can be unpredictable, but typically, the highs are in the high-80s and lows in the mid-60s. Please check the weather forecast before your travels.