Become a confident leader in today's complex and dynamic workplace. Through targeted, in-demand competencies like adaptability, strategic leadership, project management, and emotional intelligence, the Leadership Training Certificate equips current and aspiring managers with the skills to navigate change and make impactful decisions for their teams and organizations.
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Carefully curated learning activities that provide learners with opportunities to gain specific skills or competencies that are workforce relevant and valued by employers, without enrolling in a credential program. The outcome can be shared digitally and allows employers to easily identify candidates who have mastered a specific skill set for success in their industry.
What to expect from the program
The Leadership Training Certificate is designed to be completed in an online format with live sessions and assignments. It will culminate in a capstone project that provides a unique opportunity to broaden networks and contribute to meaningful work with a non-profit organization. The program offers:
- A practical, industry-informed learning approach focusing on thinking, doing, reflecting, and practicing.
- A focus on essential competency clusters, including strategic management, effective communication, and emotional intelligence.
- Guided, real world application of skills learned, through completion of community-based capstone project.
Who should take this program
This program is ideal for aspiring, new and current managers across various industries—including business, health, and technology—who seek to enhance their leadership capabilities, learn practical management techniques, and increase their strategic adaptability. No prior managerial experience is required, making this program accessible to those looking to step into leadership as well as those seeking to refine existing skills.
If you are an organization looking to level up the leadership skills of your emerging or current management team, this program can become part of your leadership training program. Group rates may be available for organizations enrolling multiple participants. Ask us today!
Do you have specific leadership training needs? Our leadership training program is highly suitable for customizing to the requirements of any organization. For details about how this course can be customized for your organization, contact us at continuingeducation@norquest.ca.
What you’ll learn
Students will develop a broad foundation of leadership skills tailored to the business landscape, focusing on flexible, people-centered leadership that prepares managers to handle rapid changes. The practical focus on competencies provides students with a toolkit for thriving in diverse and evolving environments.
Graduates will emerge with skills in:
- Strategic planning and resource management.
- Effective team communication and collaboration.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving in complex contexts.
- Adaptability to market trends and industry shifts.
- Project planning basics with a focus on crisis management.
- Emotional intelligence for team engagement and support.
Register for the course
Individuals who are taking this course can easily register through the link below, and can get started on their course right away. For enquiries regarding using this course for organization-wide training, licensing, or customizing to your needs please reach out to our team.
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Custom training
Your organization wants to break through—to advance skills and deliver results. That’s where we come in. Choose from our many training areas, including Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, and Workplace Skills. We can customize programs and courses based on your team’s needs.
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