School of Education
International Leadership Graduate Certificate Program
The certificate program is housed within the Leadership, Policy and Administration (LPA) Department.
The program’s primary mission is to expose graduate students to issues of leadership, democratization, and Third World development through course curriculum, intercultural exchanges and on-campus leadership forums with national and international leaders, including former heads of states. The certificate is designed to be incorporated into M.A. and doctoral programs of study.
Program Highlights:
Graduate students will obtain a certificate in international leadership in 12-18 months by completing four courses broken into three core courses (9 credits), and one collateral course (3 credits). Students also will attend one annual presidential leadership forum and participate in intercultural exchanges.
Below are the required core courses:
EDLD 891 Biography and Leadership (3 credits)
EDLD 868 International Development (3 credits)
EDLD 869 Leadership in International Contexts, including fieldwork trip (3 credits): Capstone Course
The University of St. Thomas’ Presidential Leadership Forum
The Presidential Leadership Forum hosts national leaders and international heads of states, including former democratically elected African leaders. The forum is designed for our students and faculty to benefit from their insights and leadership experience. All students registered for one of the certificate program courses offered during spring semester are required to attend the forum.
Intercultural Exchanges Abroad
The program includes intercultural exchanges, a two-week travel experience to Third World countries. The trip will offer the unique opportunity of understanding Africa’s leadership and future development through the eyes of those who have been direct agents of change. Should a student not be able to make the trip, he or she will be able to complete alternative coursework with the program director's approval.
Where will the International Leadership Graduate Certificate Program take me?
Graduate students will gain new insights into globalization issues and corresponding leadership challenges while enhancing their leadership skills and cultural competencies. This is especially important at a time when employers are looking for culturally literate leaders.
Upon successful completion, the International Leadership Certificate will be reflected on the student leader’s academic transcript and can help fulfill master’s degree requirements, particularly in the M.A. in Public Policy and Leadership program.
Questions about the International Leadership Program?
Contact:
Dr. Jean-Pierre Bongila, Director
Phone: 651-962-4799
Email:
