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Leadership and Management - Graduate Certificate
The Leadership and Management graduate certificate prepares participants to serve as responsible leaders in public, private and nonprofit organizations. Because the need for leadership and management competence is ubiquitous across all organizations, this certificate program welcomes participants from all fields and undergraduate degree backgrounds.
Benefits of Obtaining a Leadership and Management Certificate at Kent State
Key features of our leadership and management training program include:
Simple Application Process
Eliminate barriers to your educational journey with a no-stress application process. No test scores, letters of reference, or statements of purpose are required. For more information on specific admission requirements, see the admissions tab above.
Study from Anywhere
You can take all of your leadership and management courses online, letting you study from anywhere in the world without needing to visit campus. This flexibility allows you to balance your studies with your other professional and personal commitments seamlessly.
No Set Meeting Times
The leadership and management certificate is structured to fit your schedule. With no required meeting times, you can complete coursework at your own pace, at times that are most convenient, and when it best fits your professional schedule.
Eight-Week Blocks
The courses to gain a management leadership certificate are organized into three separate eight-week blocks, allowing you to focus on one subject at a time while managing other responsibilities.
Quality Matters Certified Courses
All courses included in the Leadership and Management Certificate are Quality Matters certified, ensuring they meet the high standards of online education and provide a high level of instructional integrity.
To learn more about the Quality Matters organization, visit the QM Research resources page.
Recognized on Academic Transcripts
Upon completion of the program, your management leadership certificate will be officially recognized on your academic transcripts.
Stackable with the Online MBA
The leadership and management certificate at Kent State is a stackable certificate that creates a path to our Online MBA. By pairing the Leadership and Management Certificate with the Financial Management Graduate Certificate and completing all capstone requirements, you can begin the path to obtaining your master’s in business administration online.
Program Information for Leadership and Management - Graduate Certificate
Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Leadership and Management - Graduate Certificate
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General and operations managers
5.8%
faster than the average
2,486,400
number of jobs
$103,650
potential earnings
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Human resources managers
6.3%
faster than the average
165,200
number of jobs
$121,220
potential earnings
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Management analysts
10.7%
much faster than the average
876,300
number of jobs
$87,660
potential earnings
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Training and development managers
7.3%
faster than the average
42,300
number of jobs
$115,640
potential earnings
FAQs When Pursuing a Management Leadership Certificate
Can you tell me more about Kent State’s business graduate certificate programs?
At Kent State, our business graduate certificate programs are designed to provide additional resources and opportunities to strengthen your knowledge in a specific subject, further your education, and advance your professional career.
Do I need a specific undergraduate degree to be accepted into Kent State’s online leadership and management courses?
Our management leadership certificate program is structured to serve students from diverse undergraduate degree backgrounds.
In addition to the ones listed above, what are some other possible careers to consider?
Some additional career paths you can pursue with a Leadership and Management Certificate include:
- Business consultant
- Marketing manager
- Sales manager
- Financial manager
- Project manager
- Healthcare administrator
- IT manager
- Nonprofit manager
Does Kent State provide support for professional development?
Our support services are designed to promote students’ success in their careers and throughout their education. Some of the personal and professional development services we offer include career development, leadership development, and programs for student involvement.
Apply to Begin Taking Leadership and Management Courses Online Today!
If you would like additional information on earning a Leadership and Management Certificate at Kent State, reach out to us. We look forward to supporting you in your exciting, new educational journey.