Leadership Certificate Program
Learning Outcomes
SELF-DEVELOPMENT
Self-Awareness: Consciousness of the beliefs, values, attitudes, and emotions that motivate one to take action; identifying and acticulating talents & skills; identifying opportunities for growth
Congruence: Thinking, feeling, and behaving with consistency, genuineness, authenticity, and honesty toward others--congruent persons are those whose actions are consistent with their most deeply-held beliefs and convictions.
Self-Management: Time-management, wellness & stress reduction, accountability, adaptability, goal setting
Leadership Foundations: Understanding theories about leadership; understanding historical, cultural, and gender influences on leadership; articulate personal leadership style
INTERPERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Communication: Listening effectively; effectively expressing oneself through various forms of communication (e.g. non-verbal, written, and artistic communication)
Teamwork: Understanding group dynamics and development; identifying shared goals and collaborating with others to work toward a common purpose; sharing leadership and empowering others; acting with fairness and building trust
Problem-Solving & Conflict Management: Understanding dynamics of group decision-making; gathering information from diverse sources; managing and resolving controversy with civility and respect; thinking critically; demonstrating flexibility and openness to change
Ethical Practices: Identifying and applying ethical principles; demonstrating responsible use of power & influence; promoting a spirit of inclusivity
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Project and Program Effectiveness: Organizing, budgeting, planning, and delegating; recognition & celebration; recruitment & retention; documentation & assessment of impact
Systems Thinking: Understanding organizational complexity, politics, environmental factors, and technology
COMMUNITY/SOCIETAL DEVELOPMENT
Inclusivity: Interacting effectively with people from diverse backgrounds; displaying empathy and respect for others; integrating diverse perspectives in group and community decisions
Citizenship: Using one's talents to benefit others; demonstrating commitment to social justice