Overview
The Change Leader Certificate is intended for those who want to effectively and ethically lead change in organizations and for teams and individuals. Students develop a well-rounded skill set for change leadership and develop their own vision for transformative change.
The certificate can be completed through online education.
Related Programs
Community Leadership Certificate (CLDC)Emerging Leader Certificate (ELDC)Emerging Manager Certificate (EMLC)Leadership Certificate (LDRC)Team Leader Certificate (TLDC)Business Management (BM)Contacts
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Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Effectively lead change
- Make ethical decisions
- Transform organizations, teams, individuals, etc.
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- Varied, depending on type and place of employment
Graduate Employment Outlook
Earning the Change Leader Certificate can create opportunities for those who wish to lead change in organizations, communities, and other settings.
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
Varied, depending on type and place of employment
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Curriculum
Effective 2025-2026 academic year
Change Leader Certificate (CHLC)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LDR 110 | Leading for Social Change | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| LDR 230 | Ethical Leadership | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| LDR XXX Change Leader Elective | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total Credits: | 9 | 0 | 9 | |
Electives
| Change Leader Elective (choose one) | ||
| LDR 200 | Transformational Leadership in Practice | 3 |
| LDR 130 | Women and Leadership | 3 |