UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN LEADERSHIP STUDIES
Offered by the Department of Educational Leadership and
Policy Studies in the
College
of
Education
Description:
The 18 credit Certificate in Leadership Studies is an
undergraduate program that is interdisciplinary, multidimensional,
experiential and multicultural. It combines social change theories of
leadership with practical leadership and service-learning experiences. The
Certificate program prepares students for real-life leadership roles on
campus, in home communities, in statewide positions, and in national and
international communities. Award of certificate will be acknowledged on
recipient’s academic transcript.
Requirements:
The Certificate in Leadership Studies consists of at least 18
hours of course work. Following is a listing of core courses for the
Certificate in Leadership Studies.
Introduction to
Leadership Theory and Practice (3)
This is the introductory course for all students seeking a Certificate in
Leadership Studies. The focus of this course is on developing knowledge,
skills and values in the areas of individual development and partnership
relationships.
Leadership and Action
in Groups and Communities (3)
This course examines leadership theory, knowledge and skills necessary for
effective leadership roles in organizational and community settings.
Leadership for Change
(3)
This is an advanced leadership course that examines the change process and
prepare leaders who understand and are effective in working with
individuals and groups in leading and managing change.
Leadership in Community
Settings I (3)
This service learning course offers participants an opportunity to put into
practice the knowledge, theory, and skills they have learned in
prerequisite courses in the Certificate program.
Leadership in Community
Settings II (3)
This course provides opportunities for a practicum internship experience or
advanced work within a community service site in management and policy
consulting roles.
Supporting Leadership
Course (3)
Students in the Certificate in Leadership Studies will take an additional
three hour course in their major or other department that is related to
leadership studies.
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