The demand for leadership skills is stronger than ever as organizations are getting leaner and expecting employees to assume leadership roles at all levels of the organization. Students who develop their leadership skills and learn more about how to effectively apply these skills in a variety of business settings will have a competitive advantage in the job market.
To meet this need, the Department of Management and Marketing offers a Leadership Certificate that is awarded to students who complete additional leadership courses and demonstrate leadership. Completion of the certificate is noted on the student’s transcript.
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Leadership Certificate
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Complete all Leadership Certificate courses with a grade of B- or better:
Required Courses
Elective Courses
Complete a minimum of five credits from the following:
- BSAD 110 - Business Leadership Institute (NOTE: Cannot be taken with MGMT 494 - Habits of Leaders)
- CJ 407 - Leadership Communication
- MGMT 446 - Organizational Change and Development
- MGMT 494M - Topics in Leadership
Leadership Experience
Submit evidence of bona fide leadership experience while completing a Bachelor of Business Administration degree to the Management and Marketing department chair. This information must include the following:
- A résumé outlining leadership positions and experiences, and briefly explaining responsibilities and accomplishments in each case. NOTE: Students are encouraged to obtain verification that their intended leadership experience will fulfill certificate requirements. Contact the Management and Marketing Department chair for more information.
- A letter of recommendation from an organization advisor, board member (non-student), or other supervisor attesting to the leadership requirements of the position held, and giving specific examples of the leadership skills demonstrated by the student. NOTE: Generic, employment-related letters of reference will not be accepted.
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