Emerging Leader Certificate

Over a five-week live online experience, participants will expand their capabilities as authentic leaders who are driven by a sense of vision and purpose. Cultivating these skills translates into immediate results on their teams and within their organizations.

Through a balance of theoretical insights and practical applications, this program serves as a catalyst for women leaders to navigate the complexities of their role with confidence and competence.

Core curriculum

• Cultivate a leadership mindset that balances holistic and strategic thinking.
• Develop an authentic leadership style that reflects your values while remaining agile in the face of business challenges.
• Identify a personal mission statement and proactively craft your job to meet your leadership goals.
• Effectively neutralize conflict before it begins within your team.
• Facilitate and lead high-impact meetings that drive performance and results.

Live Online Certificate program experience

Our virtual learning experiences are highly interactive and engaging, with an emphasis on actionable insights and cutting-edge learning methodologies. Accessible from anywhere, each session focuses on a key learning objective and offers immediately applicable insights and practical takeaways.

Program dates and times

Tuesdays, 1 - 4 p.m. Eastern
October 22, 29 and November 5, 12, 19

What to expect:

• Five weeks of interactive virtual classroom sessions with leading business school faculty and thought leaders.
• Full access to the dedicated course platform with pre-work, session materials, and discussion boards.
• Resources on the learning platform to set goals and apply each day's learning objectives to your specific challenges.
• Dedicated time to connect with peers and colleagues to build your network of fellow leaders.

Attendance at the virtual learning session is required to gain the maximum benefit from the program and to earn the Certificate of Completion. Smith College Executive Education offers non-degree programs only. Live online program sessions are not recorded.

Who attends

Participants who gain the most benefit from this program are new, emerging, or aspiring people leaders, managers, and directors working across various sectors and industries.

Common titles and roles of Emerging Leader Certificate participants:

• Operations Manager
• Team Leader
• Project Manager
• Assistant Director
• Program Supervisor

Accessibility

Programs are delivered in English, and participation requires proficiency in spoken and written English. For other accommodations, please email our program team to support your participation.