Certificate in Leadership (Undergraduate Level)
Leaders are needed in every field, now more than ever
Reflect on your own leadership strengths and challenges to become a more effective leader, while applying the fundamentals and proven practices that make good leaders great. The skills learned apply to any career, field, or industry.
A foundation for leadership excellence
The undergraduate certificate in leadership is geared towards new leaders and professionals hoping to advance into leadership positions. Through this certificate you will learn:
- The fundamentals of leading
- How to build effective teams
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills
- How to lead through change and crisis
Who should pursue a Certificate in Leadership?
This Certificate in Leadership is designed to meet the needs of a broad range of people at various stages of their educational and professional careers. It can provide an important credential to better compete for leadership positions at your current or future employer.
The four-course format allows you to complete your certificate in as little as 16 weeks, or 32 if you prefer.
Courses that prepare and inspire
Why leadership matters
- "Specific leadership training programs produce resilient leaders who have a clear understanding of how to effectively operate in a team environment."
Source: "https://journalofleadershiped.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/20_1_odomD.pdf - "Leadership training can substantially improve managers' ability to lead effectively."
Source: https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/LODJ-11-2016-0298/full/html - "Organizational training and skill development opportunities are positively correlated with promotion."
Source: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.01816/full
Admissions Information
Contact the Office of Admissions for information on requirements and the application and enrollment process at onlineadmissions@williamwoods.edu or 800.995.3199.
Tuition for the four-course certificate program is $3,500. You may apply your Callaway Chamber of Commerce discount if eligible.
Ready to apply? Select Undergraduate Online on our application. When asked to indicate a program, please select "Certificate in Leadership (Online)".