16 credits
required for program
- Available Online
Cost
$595 + $25 tech fee per credit
Timeframe
10–14 months
A graduate certificate in leadership introduces graduate level study of essential management strategies.
Applications for the 2026–27 academic year are not being accepted at this time.
Why get a graduate certificate in leadership at Northwestern?
At Northwestern, you will learn in a Christ-centered environment that challenges you to invest in others as you grow both spiritually and intellectually. You will acquire a unique perspective about how faith and leadership intersect. Our faculty teach a leadership philosophy built on biblical ethics and a Christian worldview. You will also develop a professional network and lasting friendships as you interact with professors and other students.
If you are in a leadership position and are possibly interested in graduate level study, this is a great first step.
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What will I learn?
You will learn how to apply leadership skills in roles where there is an increasing level of resource and people management responsibilities across multiple industries – both profit and nonprofit.
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Human Resource Leadership
Examines the role of the human resource management as a strategic component in managing and developing today’s organizations. This course provides a strategic overview of the key concepts and principles of each human resource function, along with their practical implications for organizational effectiveness in various types of organizations. Key functions such as recruitment, selection, development, appraisal, retention, compensation, and labor relations are examined. Implications of current issues such as diversity training, total rewards, and employee engagement are analyzed.
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