LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Career Studies Certificate AL, AN, LO, MA, WO, ELI*
Purpose: This certificate in Leadership Development combines communication and human relations competencies with specialized business courses. It is designed for individuals who are currently, or hope to be, in leadership, human resource, or supervisory managerial positions in the private or not-for-profit sector, or governmental organizations. The certificate is especially appropriate for individuals who have a degree related to their field of employment, but who lack training in team leadership or management skills. The program emphasizes practical application of leadership concepts and theories to prepare students for team leadership positions.
*Graduation requirements are certified by a faculty advisor at a campus offering this major.
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One Year |
1st Semester |
2nd Semester |
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1 BUS |
200 |
Principles of Management
or
BUS 100 Introduction to Business
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3 |
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1 BUS |
111 |
Principles of Supervision
or
BUS 201 Organizational Behavior
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3 |
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SPD |
227 |
Bus. & Professional Communication
or
ENG 116 Writing for Business
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3 |
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BUS |
205 |
Human Resource Management |
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3 |
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BUS |
117 |
Leadership Development
or
BUS 297 Cooperative Education
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3 |
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SDV |
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Student Development (elective) |
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1 |
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Total Credits/Semester |
9 |
7 |
Total credits for the Leadership Development Career Studies Certificate
= 16.
1 For students with minimal work experience, BUS 100 and BUS 111 are recommended. Consult a faculty advisor to make the appropriate choices.
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