Take the lead
If you're the type of person who turns vision into reality, you're a leader. If you inspire, motivate, and unlock potential in the people around you, you're a leader. If you show a true passion for what you do, you're a leader.
Whether you're the CEO or just getting started, a Leadership Certificate will help you tap into all these skills—skills you can take to the office and use to support your team.
Simply complete four courses in as little as one year to earn your certificate.
Best of all, credits you earn can count toward the Iowa MBA.
Choose where you'll focus
At a glance
Delivery
Courses are available online. Some in-person courses are available in Des Moines.
Curriculum
Leadership - Complete five courses (two required courses + three electives)
Business Communication - Complete four courses (one required + three electives)
Format
Primarily 8-week courses, meeting one night a week, no Fridays or weekends.
Time to complete
As little as 1 year.
Cost
$11,250 (Five courses at $2,250 each)
Admission
No entrance exam required.
Certificate curriculum
Four or five courses are required depending on the certificate. Courses are subject to change.
Required Course:
- Business Communication
Elective courses (select three):
- Communication with AI and Business Technology
- Leadership Communication and Story
- Dynamics of Negotiations or Managing and Preventing Conflict
Required courses:
- Leadership and Personal Development
- Management in Organizations
Elective courses:
- Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability
- Dynamics of Negotiations
- Inclusive Leadership
- Law and Ethics
- Managing and Preventing Conflict
- Managing Employee Performance
- Maximizing Team Performance
- Project Management
- Strategic Management of Change
- Leadership Communication and Story
Take the next step
Find out what you’ll need to apply for your business analytics certificate, when to submit your app, and more.