The Division I Leadership Council is an advisory body to the Division I Board of Directors. It identifies issues important to the future of Division I and offers its expertise in defining appropriate action items.

The following committees report to the Division I Leadership Council on policy issues:

• Minority Opportunities and Interests Committee
• Sportsmanship and Ethical Conduct Committee
• Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
• Committee on Women's Athletics
• All Cabinets

The Division I Leadership Council along with the Division I Legislative Council have replaced the former Division I Management Council.