Higher Education Leadership

Take your expertise to new heights and broaden your career prospects with our esteemed graduate certificate in Higher Educational Leadership. The graduate certificate in Higher Education Leadership, offered at the University of Cincinnati, is tailored for individuals currently working in or aspiring to embark on fulfilling careers in higher education. This program encompasses a wide range of roles within higher education, including student affairs, academic affairs, intercollegiate athletics administration, institutional advancement and enrollment management. It's available for both online and onsite learning.

This certificate program equips students with a deeper comprehension of higher education administration, placing contemporary challenges and issues in context. It focuses on best practices for effectively managing diverse aspects of colleges and universities. The certificate is designed to provide comprehensive exposure to content that will better prepare graduates with the fundamental knowledge and skills crucial for their growth as leaders and administrators in higher education. Simultaneously, it offers students who lack a graduate degree in higher education a solid foundation in higher education administration. 

In a span of just 12 credit hours, equivalent to one year, students will gain expertise in the various areas that higher education leaders and administrators in colleges and universities need to master. They will acquire the foundational knowledge and innovative solutions necessary to enhance the strength of academic and postsecondary institutions.

Developed in close collaboration with industry experts, this specialization is designed for individuals seeking a rewarding career in the field of Higher Education, including areas such as student affairs, academic affairs, intercollegiate athletics administration, institutional advancement and enrollment management.

The University of Cincinnati’s Higher Education Leadership graduate certificate features an industry-leading experience through a proven curriculum. Interested in learning more? Request more information today!