In today's competitive global society, success depends on working as a productive communicator, team player and decision maker; all skills of an effective leader. The Leadership Studies certificate, through theory and practical experience, is designed to prepare students for the dynamics of leading diverse groups and teams, engaging and empowering others, responding to situational leadership opportunities, and acknowledging the power of trust and ethical leadership practices.

 

The 15-credit-hour certificate program is open to undergraduates of any major and can be completed online. The only course prerequisite is ENG 1102. To enroll in and subsequently be awarded the certificate, students must have and maintain an adjusted 2.5 minimum GPA. All LDRS courses require a grade of "B" or better.

 

Five leadership courses, each with a multidisciplinary focus, offer students the opportunity to develop, strengthen and use their leadership abilities.

 

The four required online courses include:

• LDRS 3000: Foundations of Leadership

• LDRS 3200: Leadership in a Global Society

• LDRS 3600: Ethics and Leadership

• LDRS 3800: Leading in Groups

 

Students must select a fifth course from the following options:

• LDRS 3100: Change and Conflict Leadership

• LDRS 3300: Leadership and Decision Making

• LDRS 3400: Service as Leadership

 

For more information visit http://learnonline.kennesaw.edu/programs/leadership_studies.php

or email ldrs@kennesaw.edu.