Certificate in Leadership (online)
The Certificate in Leadership is designed to help participants develop the interpersonal skills needed to influence others and lead effectively in today’s challenging work environment. The program consists of four 2-credit hour courses. Students must have an undergraduate degree to be eligible for this certificate.
Admission Requirements
- Completed application for admission submitted through Miami Herbert Business School application portal.
- A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Official academic transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary institutions must be submitted directly to the application portal.
- International applicants must have their educational credentials from institutions outside of the United States verified by an approved international credentialing evaluation service such as World Education Services to confirm degree equivalency and GPA calculation.
- Statement of purpose and short-essay responses to the career goal and program-related questions in the application portal.
- A current resume outlining your professional and/or academic achievements.
- At least one letter of recommendation is required. Up to three may be submitted.
- Official GMAT (or GRE) score to be sent directly to the University of Miami Herbert Business School by using the relevant code below. GMAT/GRE waivers can be granted on a case-by-case basis. Should you wish to request a waiver, in your BusinessCAS application make sure to "opt-out" of submitting a test score. You will then need to upload a page summary of why you should be considered for a waiver.
- GMAT Institution Code is 7NV-S1-00
- GRE Institution Code is 5815
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Between the GMAT and GRE, there is no preference between the two tests for specialized masters’ admissions.
- An official TOEFL or IELTS score is required as proof of English proficiency for international applicants who did not receive a degree in the United States or a foreign country where English is the primary language. The following minimum score is required for admission to a graduate business degree program.
- TOEFL - 94 or above Institution Code: 5815
- IELTS - 7.0 or above Institution Code: 4861
If you do not yet have a GMAT or GRE score and/or TOEFL or IELTS score (international candidates only), you may complete and submit your application prior to taking the exam by indicating your approximate date within the Standardized Tests tab in the Academic History section. Select “Add Test Score” by the relevant test, then indicate that you have not yet taken the exam and add your estimated test date in the section provided.
We encourage candidates to upload unofficial transcripts and test scores (if required) with their application in order to expedite the review of their file while official documents are processed.
QUESTIONS?
Connect with Miami Herbert Business School’s graduate enrollment advisors at (305) 284-2510, by email at mba@miami.edu, or visit the Miami Herbert Business School website.
Curriculum Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 617 | Leading Across Cultures | 2 |
| MGT 621 | High Performance Leadership | 2 |
| MGT 622 | High Performance Teams | 2 |
| MGT 623 | Human Resource Systems | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours | 8 | |
Mission
The Leadership Certificate at the University of Miami Herbert Business School develops principled, globally minded leaders who can inspire, empower, and drive organizational performance across diverse contexts. The program equips participants with the analytical, interpersonal, and cultural competencies needed to lead effectively in high-performing organizations and multicultural environments.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to demonstrate culturally competent and ethical leadership.
- Students will be able to apply leadership theories to practical organizational challenges.
- Students will be able to build and sustain high-performing teams.
