Certificate in Organizational Leadership
This certificate program is designed for students who want to learn more about the theories and practical applications of interpersonal and team leadership that promote individual effectiveness and organizational development. Students explore the theories, research and best practices of interpersonal and small group communication needed for effective leadership in task-group discussion, team projects and decision-making.
The study of leadership is presented in the context of organizational theory and practice. In accord with individual needs, students have elective options to acquire additional knowledge in organizational development and change, psychology of personality and/or applied social psychology. All courses are for credit and are transferable once a student is admitted into a degree-seeking program. Prerequisite course work may be required for some courses.
Certificate Requirements
Course Descriptions
Admission Requirements
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Tuition
Required Courses* - 18 credit hours
CMUN 219 Interpersonal Communication
CMUN 237 Small Group Communication
ODL 370 Leadership Theories and Applications
ODL 380 Leadership, Culture and Ethics
ODL 350 Human Resources Principles and Practices
ODL 390 Organizational Theory and Practice
*Students are required to complete ODL 250 Foundations of Organizations, or the equivalent course in transfer.
Elective Courses* - 3 credit Hours
ODL 360 Development and Change in Organizations
PSYC 338 Psychology of Personality
PSYC 353 Applied Social Psychology
*Prerequisite coursework may be required for some elective courses.
Total required for the certificate: 21 credit hours
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Tuition
Certificate students pay $560 per credit hour. Most courses are three credit hours, with the exception of a few math courses. Please double check the credit hours for each course.
Please visit the SCPS Tuition & Fee page for general information.
