Online Graduate Certificate in Management & Leadership

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Graduate Certificate in Management and Leadership

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Prepare for Administrative Success with Our Online Graduate Certificate in Management and Leadership 

If you need help leading your company or organization to operate effectively and meet its goals, Liberty’s online Graduate Certificate in Management and Leadership is a fast, flexible option for you to get the training you need! In as little as 1.5 semesters, our 100% online graduate management and leadership certificate can equip you with the in-demand skills and leadership techniques you need to thrive in administrative roles in business, government, and nonprofit settings.

Our certificate in management and leadership focuses on the importance of applying biblical principles and ethics both as a leader and a team member. Each class is rooted in a biblical worldview to prepare you both spiritually and professionally for the issues you will face in your leadership role. Our management and leadership certificate is designed to help boost your career prospects and prepare you for a lifetime of effective leadership in any industry or field.

This certificate gives you the flexibility to specialize your skill set by allowing you to select an area of study from 4 available options. You can take courses in business administration, executive leadership, human resources, or project management – giving you the niche knowledge you need for your career. Not only that – but the credits you complete in this program can help you build toward a master’s degree. Depending on the area of study you choose, most of the credits from this certificate can transfer directly into one of the following degrees: M.A. in Executive Leadership, Master of Business Administration, M.S. in Human Resource Management, or M.S. in Project Management. That way, you can develop important skills now while preparing to further your studies later on.

What Will You Study in Our Online Graduate Management and Leadership Certificate Program?

  • Accounting and business finance
  • Global dimensions of business
  • Information management systems
  • Strategic management

All students in this certificate program will start with a foundational business course that covers topics such as legal issues, marketing, quantitative techniques, business ethics, and more. From there, you will select an area of study in one of the following subjects: business administration, executive leadership, human resources, or project management.

You can study important business theories and practices with the business administration track – or you can learn how to manage employees and develop strategic plans with the executive leadership area of study. The human resource track can help you understand the hiring, administration, and training processes that form the foundation of every business. Or you can choose the project management area of study and become equipped to handle important aspects of overseeing and completing projects – such as scope, time, and budget.

Benefits of Pursuing Your Online Graduate Certificate in Management and Leadership with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Graduate Certificate in Management and Leadership from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university. 
  • You can complete this management and leadership certificate in as little as 1.5 semesters!
  • Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

  • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/retirees
  • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
  • Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:

  • Tuition discounts — $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
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Credit Hours

SACSCOC

Class Type

100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 50% of the certificate total

Next Start Date

Jun 23, 2025

Accreditation

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

Maximize Your Time

  • 100% online programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level.*
  • Earn credit for prior learning.
  • Transfer in up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree.
  • Transfer in up to 50% of a master’s degree.

* excludes licensure, certification, and some doctoral programs

Your goals on your time

We are committed to helping you achieve your goals and complete your degree as quickly as possible. One of our admissions counselors is ready to assist you with starting the process.

Contact Us: (800) 424-9595

Why Choose Liberty University?

Prepare for a Career

Go from merely surviving in your current job to thriving in the career of your dreams.

Enjoy Flexible Courses

Complete assignments at your own pace, at a time convenient to you within each week.

Access Academic Support

Access our electronic and print resources through the Jerry Falwell Library, writing resources, study aids, and IT support.

Grow in Your Faith

Each of our programs is grounded in biblical principles, and our professors consider teaching to be more than a job – it’s their calling.

Liberty’s online courses give you the ability to choose when and where you study.

Financing Options

Financial Aid

87% of all Liberty students in an online program are awarded financial aid.

Tuition Discounts

Available for military service members, including active duty, reserve, veterans, and their spouses, as well as emergency response personnel.

Corporate Tuition Assistance

Deferred – If your company reimburses you for the cost of your education, you submit your grades to your employer who pays you, and then you pay for your classes.

Other Payment Options are Available

Contact one of our admissions counselors for more information by calling (800) 424-9595.

 

An Accredited Private Education Made for You

As a nonprofit university, we have been pioneering distance education since 1985 and offer a unique and proven approach to online education.

Along with our advanced accreditations, we also have been recognized by the following organizations for our excellence in education.

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Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.