Leadership Essentials Certificate

Recent events around the world have shown the pressing need for leaders who can navigate the uncertainty and complexity of our times. Designed for new or aspiring leaders, this online certificate program will allow you to develop the critical social and emotional intelligence required to build collaborative relationships, manage change, and create an equitable and inclusive organizational culture. You’ll focus on creating a socially just and equitable workplace as you explore innovative ways to address issues of power and privilege, leverage deep diversity, and challenge yourself to decolonize your leadership practice.

Overview

Courses: 4
Format: Part-time
Location: Online

Next online info session: 
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:00 PM PST
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Why this program?

  • Build a holistic set of skills, from personal leadership to practical tools for leading teams and organizations
  • Earn your certificate in as little as one year
  • Take fully online courses on a flexible schedule
  • Learn from experts in the leadership field
  • Connect with a professional network of peers who work in diverse contexts
  • Graduate with a certificate that confers SFU alumni status along with its benefits

Format

Part-time

Location

Online

Program completion

1–3 years (from start date of first course)
To graduate, complete all courses required to complete the program.

Program dates

Jan–Dec

Course duration

10 weeks

Course work

10 hours/week

Schedule

Self-paced within set deadlines

Learning materials

Course materials included

Cost

$849/course
$75 program application fee
$3,471 total program costs

Application info

No application deadline. Take individual courses and apply to the program at any time.

StrongerBC future skills grant: Applications to use the grant for this program are closed as we have now reached capacity. 

Application requirements

  • Grade 12 or equivalent
  • Mature students who do not meet this requirement may qualify with at least 5 years of appropriate experience
  • English Language Requirements

Register for individual courses at any time, with the option to apply to the program later.

Course Name
Start Date
Location
Instructor
Cost
Seats Available
Action
Start DateWed, Jan 15, 2025
LocationOnline
Cost$849.00
Seats Available21
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Start DateWed, Jan 15, 2025
LocationOnline
InstructorJunie Désil
Cost$849.00
Seats Available3
ActionRegister
Start DateWed, Apr 9, 2025
LocationOnline
Cost$849.00
Seats Available25
ActionRegister
Start DateWed, Apr 9, 2025
LocationOnline
InstructorPaul M. Taylor
Cost$849.00
Seats Available7
ActionRegister
Start DateWed, Jul 2, 2025
LocationOnline
InstructorPaul M. Taylor
Cost$849.00
Seats Available24
ActionRegister
Start DateWed, Jul 2, 2025
LocationOnline
InstructorPaul M. Taylor
Cost$849.00
Seats Available16
ActionRegister

Enroll in the certificate program to:

  • Track your progress in your student account
  • Access potential tax credits
  • Be eligible to graduate when you finish

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