Creative Leadership Certificate

Contact:

Associate Dean:

Ryan O. Williams, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, University College, associate teaching professor, Political Science, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, 315-443-5753, rywillia@syr.edu

Administrative Director:

Michele L. Mooney, Academic Program Administrator, University College, 315-443-1317, mlmooney@syr.edu

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Description:

The Creative Leadership certificate incorporates theory and practice in global, strategic, organizational, and creative leadership, as well coaching, the new essential skill for leaders. This 15-credit hour certificate is designed for students who have earned at least 60 college credits. Students who desire a bachelor’s degree can complete this intermediate certificate along the way.

Admission:

Associate degree or 60 college credits.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Explain the importance of professional relationships and networking

2. Identify possible causes for conflict in professional situations and propose creative scenarios

3. Apply knowledge gained to systematically problem solve

4. Develop tasks and work processes for desired organizational outcomes and have the ability to work face-to-face or virtually

Requirements

15 credits in upper division major/concentration courses as indicated:

Courses:

Required Courses (6 Credits)
CRL 301 - Introduction to Creative Leadership
CRL 311 - Professional Issues in Creative Leadership
Choose 3 Courses (9 Credits) from the following:
BPS 319 - Global Leadership
BPS 325 - Creative and Design Thinking for Professional Studies
BPS 342 - Customer Relations Leadership
BPS 472 - Organizational Leadership
CRL 313 - Strategic Leadership in Professional Studies
CRL 320 - Coaching for Leaders
CRL 406 - Leading from Within
PPM 301 - Foundations of Project Management

Other:

GPA 2.0 minimum

Degree

Certificate in Creative Leadership

Total Credits: 15

Note:

The certificate is administered by University College. Each student should consult with their UC Academic Advisor to ensure certificate completion.