Program Overview

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Leadership is designed to develop basic and essential leadership skills, including self-awareness, personal development, and emotional intelligence. This certificate program is attractive to emerging leaders looking to enhance their skillset and grow professionally.

Program Details

• Program: Graduate Certificate in Leadership
• Expected Length: 9 months
• Project and/or thesis: Not required
• Course based: Yes

Application Deadline

• Admissions open on January 20, 2025
• Application deadline is May 31 for Canadian students and March 31 for international students

Admission Requirements

Graduate Certificate (G.Cert.)

• Language proficiency requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English
• A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units)
• A four-year degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university
• Statement of intent: Applicants must provide a written statement of intent (1000-word maximum) describing why they want to undertake the program and how their expertise, work and/or volunteer experience make them an ideal candidate for the program and their chosen field of study
• Current resume detailing positions held and a description of responsibilities
• Two years of leadership experience
• Three confidential letters of recommendation (minimum one academic)

Tuition and Funding

Funding

Certificate programs are not eligible for scholarship; however, industry professionals may have access to professional development funds through their employers.

Tuition

• Program: Graduate Certificate in Leadership
• Canadian students: $700.40 CAD per credit unit
• International students: $1,575.90 CAD per credit unit

Student Fees

In addition to tuition, students also pay fees for programs like health and dental insurance, a bus pass, and other campus services.

Probationary Admission

Applicants whose qualifications do not meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to contact the Edwards graduate programs office to discuss potential opportunities for admission. Applicants in this category will be required to participate in an interview with the Edwards MBA Admissions Committee and may be required to take certain preparatory courses to improve their qualifications.

Application Process

Submit an Online Application

Before beginning the online application, be sure that you have carefully reviewed all program information and admission requirements.

Submit Required Documents

Once you've submitted your online application, you will have access to upload your required documents, and provide the contact information for your references.

Transcripts

• Preliminary Statement of Marks: Upload unofficial PDF copies of your academic transcript(s) from each post-secondary institution attended.
• Official copies of your transcripts will be required only for applicants offered admission.

Proof of English Language Proficiency (if required)

• Completing a relevant test with the appropriate score is required before the application deadline.
• Tests are valid for 24 months after the testing date and must be valid at the beginning of the student's first term of registration in the graduate program.

Additional Documents

• Statement of Intent: Applicants must provide a written Statement of Intent (1000-word maximum) describing why they want to undertake the program and how their expertise, work and/or volunteer experience make them an ideal candidate for the program and their chosen field of study.
• Current resume detailing positions held and a description of responsibilities
• Three confidential letters of recommendation (minimum one academic)