Program Overview

Program Overview

The Online Graduate Certificate in Organizational Leadership is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to foster relationships and implement best practices within organizations. This certificate can be completed online and is ideal for those who want to advance in their careers and prepare for managerial roles.

Program Details

• The program consists of 5 courses, with each course lasting 7.5 weeks.
• The total credit hours required for the program is 15.
• The program is designed to be completed in a flexible online format, allowing students to balance their studies with work and other responsibilities.

Admission Requirements

• Applicants must have a minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA in the last 60 hours of their bachelor's program.
• Alternatively, applicants must have a minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA in an applicable master's program.
• All applicants must submit:
  • Graduate admission application and application fee.
  • Official transcripts.
• An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency.

Program Courses

• Core courses:
  • Advanced Theories of Organizational Leadership
  • Organizational Leadership: Social Psychological Perspectives
• Elective courses:
  • Developing Leadership through Emotional Intelligence
  • Intercultural Leadership
  • Leading Beyond Conflict
  • Leading Diverse Teams
  • Resource Development in Organizations
  • The Future of Work and Organizations

Career Opportunities

• The program is designed to prepare students for leadership and management positions in a variety of industries, including healthcare, business, government, and non-profit organizations.
• Career paths may include:
  • Chief executive officer
  • Chief operating officer
  • College/university administrator
  • Human resource manager
  • Market research analyst
  • Operations manager
  • Training and development manager

Faculty and Research

• The program is taught by faculty members who are recognized nationally and internationally for their achievements in their fields.
• Faculty members are committed to research and exploration in their fields, and many have received awards and recognition for their work.

Tuition and Fees

• The cost per credit hour for the program is $825.
• An additional mandatory Student Initiated Fee applies each semester and varies based on the number of credit hours taken.
• Students can use the tuition calculator to estimate their full-time or part-time tuition fees for the program prior to any financial aid.

Accreditation and Recognition

• Arizona State University is a globally recognized university that is repeatedly awarded peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report and other respected organizations.
• The university is ranked #1 in the U.S. for innovation for 11 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT.
• The university is also ranked in the top 10 for best online bachelor's programs and in the top 10% for best global universities.