Certificate Program in Strategic Communication and Cross-Cultural Leadership
Gain the practical and theoretical skills essential to navigating diverse leadership contexts with the Certificate Program in Strategic Communication and Cross-Cultural Leadership in the Lew Klein College of Media and Communication at 51¶¯Âþ. Acquire the cultural awareness and strategic competence to develop and manage collaboration within your organization.
The 9-credit Strategic Communication and Cross-Cultural Leadership graduate certificate is ideal for individuals aspiring to leadership positions, as well as those who currently hold leadership positions and want to increase their ability to
deal with cross-cultural conflicts,
manage diverse teams and
make responsible decisions.
An online format provides students flexibility in how they access resources, submit assignments, and balance their studies with job constraints and personal responsibilities.
Program Format & Curriculum
Classes for the Certificate Program in Strategic Communication and Cross-Cultural Leadership are held entirely online using both synchronous and asynchronous delivery based on the particular course. The online format provides students with easy access to resources, flexibility in submitting assignments, and the ability to communicate with instructors and classmates in a virtual space–making it ideal for working professionals.
The 9-credit, three-course program is comprised of the following classes.
- Communicating Organizational Leadership
- Cross-Cultural Leadership
- Leading Diverse Teams
Path to a Master’s Degree
Once completed, the Certificate Program in Strategic Communication and Cross-Cultural Leadership can satisfy 12 credits of the 31-credit Master of Science in Communication Management degree. The GRE requirement for that master’s program would also be waived.