Organizational Leadership in Business LDR.S.STC

Short-term Certificate - 6 Credit Hours

Division: Business and Public Services
Department: Management
Effective as of Fall 2025

What is the program about?

In this program, students will develop essential leadership and interpersonal skills to thrive in diverse and dynamic workplaces. They will explore effective communication and personality styles, strategies for conflict resolution, and approaches to fostering trust, psychological safety, and emotional intelligence. Students will also learn to apply principles like the Laws of Influence, Timing, and Empowerment to build meaningful connections and inspire others.

Program Outcomes

• Enhance Organizational Effectiveness - Evaluate key leadership principles, understand roles at different organizational levels, and examine strategies to align vision with action, build momentum, and foster lasting influence within their workplace.
• Build Self-Awareness and Workplace Skills - Cultivate self-awareness through assessments, apply workplace success tools to improve communication and time management, and demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks for long-term organizational and personal success.
• Develop Leadership Competence - Analyze the differences between management and leadership, assess their current leadership rank, and identify a leadership style that aligns with their personality and strengths for future success.

Career Opportunities

This certificate can be embedded into our GBM.S.AAS degree, offering recent graduates a pathway to entry-level employment. It also enables working professionals to enhance their leadership skills, whether they are pursuing a promotion, transitioning to a new role, or aiming to excel in their current position.

Transferability

Potential articulation agreements may be possible with current partner colleges and universities.

Program Accreditation Information

None