Long term competitiveness for any organization relies on effective communication of fresh ideas and innovation from front line employees up through the ranks of senior level leadership. The question is how to ensure this communication is welcomed and occurs? This certificate provides an opportunity to help business professionals looking to advance their careers. Participants in this program will strengthen both communication and relationship building skills with senior level executives with the intention of successfully leading change with an organization.
There are four courses to be completed to earn the certificate in influencing leaders. This certificate is not a “one size fits all” approach but a true opportunity to determine how an individual can make a positive impact on the organization. This will lead participants to more confident, constructive, and effective conversations with senior leadership which will transform participants and organizations in the process.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate oral and written communication skills concerning complex ideas concisely and persuasively to senior-level executives.
- Evaluate strategies for creating professional relationships with senior leadership that fosters trust and collaboration.
- Develop implementation plan that creates opportunities for organizational change.
- Assess strengths and weaknesses of communication styles and utilize this knowledge to improve interactions with senior leaders.
Graduation Requirements
Students must complete all the graduation requirements as stated in the catalog.
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