Certificate in Leadership

A certificate in leadership provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become effective leaders in the community, at work, and globally. This program is suitable for current managers looking to enhance their leadership abilities or for individuals aspiring to move into a leadership role. Participants will develop key skills such as strategic thinking, effective communication, and team management. The program also offers practical tools and techniques to inspire and motivate teams, drive organizational change, and achieve business goals.

This program is available online with asynchronous classes.  

Please note, certificate program candidates are not eligible for state and federal financial aid. 

Program Requirements

This program requires students to take 15 core credits of business course, at least 1 SH of Service Learning, and one approved 3 credit elective.

Core Credits:

BUSN 325

Management Theory & Research

3

BUSN 425

Research and Reading in the Business Content Area

3

BUSN 430

Leadership Theory & Development

3

BUSN 441

Negotiation & Conflict Resolution

3

BUSN 443

Business Ethics

3

BUSN 495

Service Learning

0.50-4.00

Students are required to complete at least 1 SH of Service Learning.

Choose one with approval by faculty advisor:

BUSN 436

Organizational Behavior

3

BUSN 482

Senior Business Project

3

COMM 314

Argumentation and Debate

3

COMM 315

Group Dynamics

3

EC 322

Administration & Leadership in ECE

3

HIST 314

Ideology and Government

3

HIST 365

World Leaders

3

LMIS 430

Library Administration

3

NURS 470

Nursing Leadership

4

UNIV 345

Grant Writing

3

Total Credit Hours:

19-20

APPLY NOW to Mayville State University's Certificate in Leadership program. 

More information is currently available at https://mayvillestate.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/academic-programs/business/certificate-in-leadership.

If you have any questions, please contact: 

Misti Wuori :: MSU Enrollment Center

Misti Wuori

Director, Enrollment Center
Phone: 701-788-4631