Certificate Programs (Credit and Non-credit)

Certificate in Leadership and Communication

Many opportunities exist for experts in leadership…Career settings include:

Corporations; Small businesses; Nonprofit organizations; Federal, state, and local government; Educational institutions; Health care facilities and organizations; Athletics; Politics; Labor relations; and Consulting firms. Individuals with professional expertise in leadership are in high demand in all of these areas.

Kean University’s Certificate in Leadership and Communication provides the highest level of skill development in communication and leadership. Designed with the working professional in mind, the certificate program provides basic and advanced strategies and techniques to become an effective leader. Whether individuals are currently in a leadership position or are seeking to attain one, the Certificate in Leadership and Communication at Kean University will provide individuals the knowledge and skills to achieve their goals.

The 12-credit certificate program is designed to provide practical and theoretical knowledge for those who are interested in developing and/or improving their leadership potential. Students can complete the Certificate in Leadership and Communication within one academic year and can be enrolled either full time or part time. Students may apply up to six credits taken for the certificate toward an M.A. Organizational Communication.

Fast Facts:

12 credit hours for completion
Designed to meet the needs of the working professional
Finish the program in one year
Courses are taught by experts
Courses may also count as electives toward master’s programs

Requirements:

Comm 5020 Communication and Leadership

Select one course from the following:

Comm 5001 Advanced Theories in Interpersonal Communication
Comm 5006 Cultural Communication in Organizations
Comm 5009 Public Relations Theory, Strategy and Management
Comm 5012 Small Group Decision Making

Select one course from the following:

Comm 5013 Advanced Presentation Skills and Motivational Practices
Comm 5014 Speechwriting and Presentation Coaching
Comm 5590 Business and Technical Presentations

Select one course from the following:

Comm 5535 Crisis Communication in Organizations
Comm 5540 Communication and Conflict Resolution
Comm 5610 Communication and Law
Comm 5615 Communication and Mediation
Comm 5625 Communication and Negotiation
Comm 5626 Multicultural Communication in International Conflict Resolutions

Admission:

There are two admission tracks available: Credit and Noncredit. Individuals applying for credit status must show evidence of a bachelor’s degree (any area) from a fully accredited college or university. A bachelor’s degree is not required for noncredit status applicants. Continuing Education Units (CEU) and Professional Development Hours are available for noncredit as well as credit applicants.

For more information about the Certificate in Leadership and Communication, contact: Dr. Freda Remmers, Communication Department, Kean University

(908) 737-0466 Email: fremmers@kean.edu