Leadership Workplace Certificate
In this workplace certificate in leadership course, you’ll explore key leadership topics—from managing change to ethics and work-life balance. Learn from real leaders and gain practical insights to help you grow, lead effectively, and stand out among your peers.
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Leadership Workplace Certificate Micro-Credential FAQ
According to a 2024 survey of hiring managers,* 68% reported hiring a candidate in the past three years who held both a degree and micro-credentials, versus 58% who reported hiring a candidate who held only a degree. Eighty-seven percent of managers rated their hires who held both a degree and micro-credentials as above average or excellent.
*Source: cps.northeastern.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/Hiring_Managers_and_Microcredentials.pdf
Students completing Walden’s leadership workplace certificate assume a leadership position within a fictional organization and, using a variety of interactive resources, build and apply their skills to meet a workplace challenge.
Earning a certificate in leadership is an opportunity to develop your leadership skills in areas such as values and ethics, communication, team empowerment, and change management and demonstrate your ability to apply these skills in any type of organization.