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In the Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership & Management program, you'll develop the capabilities, confidence, and mindset to elevate the performance of individuals and teams, shape strategy, and drive competitive advantage for your organization. You'll learn how from top MBA faculty - getting frameworks and tools, knowledge, and skills that will position you as a standout leader and manager. With the new capabilities you develop, you'll be ready to lead and to start making a difference on the job right away - and throughout your career.

Learn in-demand skills for managing people and teams

You'll develop a full set of leadership and management skills you'll be able to apply immediately, including the ability to:

Understand the behavioral concepts and theories underlying organizational performance

Lead, manage, and collaborate with individuals and teams to achieve strong outcomes

Use proven frameworks and approaches to arrive at executive-level decisions

Formulate and implement organizational strategies for gaining competitive advantage

Develop structures to activate organizational strategies effectively

Demonstrate everyday business leadership and management acumen

In the Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership & Management program, you'll develop the capabilities, confidence, and mindset to elevate the performance of individuals and teams, shape strategy, and drive competitive advantage for your organization.

Early- to mid-career professionals who aspire to leadership positions

Professionals who have recently been promoted into leadership positions

Leaders who want to strengthen their capabilities

People with a technical background but no management experience

Ideal Students

How to Apply

To apply for a graduate certificate program, you'll need to start an online application through the University of Illinois Graduate College.

The following items are required for your application:

: This should include personal information (name, address, telephone number, and email address), educational background, work experience (start and end dates for each position and a brief description of responsibilities), educational training, professional associations, and leadership experiences. Please limit your resume to two pages.

: A 500-word or less statement describing your interest in the certificate program.

English proficiency scores (international students only)

: If you are a non-native English speaker, you will need to upload your TOEFL or IELTS scores directly to your application. Review the Graduate College’s English proficiency requirements for more details on possible exemptions.

Admissions Option 2

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The Strategic Leadership & Management Graduate Certificate is comprised of three courses for a total of twelve credit hours.

Courses are available at different times during the year.

Curriculum

Program Outcome

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English Language Requirements

Graduate Certificate

Master

Management Studies

Leadership