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GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
Graduate Certificate in Business Development in International Education
The Graduate Certificate in Business Development in International Education is a seven-month, nine-credit program that focuses on the increasing need for educational leaders who can make sound and nimble business decisions about programs, policies and practices related to international education. The program will help students develop the skills required to develop, grow or manage international education programs aligned with the strategic interests of their educational organizations.
Length: 7 months Delivery: Online
Graduate Certificate in
Change Management
The Graduate Certificate in Change Management is for professionals working
in, or consulting with, organizations in all sectors who wish to expand their knowledge, skills, strategies and expertise in the area
of Change Management. Students will approach Change Management from a whole systems perspective and examine the processes and methodologies used for developing successful change management initiatives. Students will explore capacity building and strategic alignment tools
that drive measurable objectives within the context of Change Management and its influence and impact on organization culture.
Length: 6 months Delivery: Blended
Graduate Certificate in Corporate Social Innovation The aim of the certificate is to equip professionals in leadership positions
with graduate-level applied and relevant expertise in social innovation at an individual, team and organizational level. The program will focus on the application
of learning and will explore the foundations for driving social and environmental change, while advancing core business objectives. The program will also examine the creative thinking and innovation in trying to solve
wicked problems and challenges, as well as the measurement, evaluation and reporting on social impact.
Length: 6 months Delivery: Blended
Graduate Certificate in Environmental Education
& Communication
The Graduate Certificate in Environmental Education and Communication is a leadership program that focuses on developing the competency and skill
of educators and communicators who have an interest in, or responsibility for presenting environmental information
to audiences. This interdisciplinary program will build theoretical and practical knowledge and skills. The program will provide solid grounding in environmental studies and sustainability, learning theory, environmental education, educational program development, philosophical
and cultural analysis, journalism and communications.
Length: 5 months Delivery: Blended
Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching
Royal Roads University’s Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching program is an Accredited Coach Training Program (ACTP) through the International Coach Federation (ICF). Upon successful completion, graduates receive 125 Professional Certified Coach (PCC) learning hours and receive the Certified Executive Coach designation. Graduates are encouraged to pursue professional certification through ICF.
Length: 7 months Delivery: Blended
Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design
Today’s corporate world and traditional education realms demand frontrunners who understand how to create instructional experiences that make the acquisition of knowledge interesting, productive and useful. At Royal Roads University, we’ve leveraged our expertise in instructional
design to create a Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design program to help you build on your academic knowledge as well
as your professional experience. Learn
how to master the theories and practical applications of today’s technology-enhanced learning environments.
Length: 7 months Delivery: Online
Graduate Certificate
in Leadership
Enhance your awareness of the current theories and best practices of leadership while working with like-minded learners in this nine-credit, 11-week graduate certificate program. This comprehensive program, consisting of the first three courses of
the competency-based MA in Leadership program at Royal Roads University, is ideal for students who want to improve their leadership abilities but aren’t available for a master’s-level program.
Length: 6 months Delivery: Blended
Graduate Certificate
in Organization Design
& Development
The Graduate Certificate in Organization Design and Development is for professionals working in, or consulting with, organizations in all sectors who wish to expand their knowledge, skills, strategies and expertise in the area of organization development.
The aim of the certificate is to equip professionals with graduate-level applied, relevant and theoretical expertise in designing organizations for the future.
Length: 6 months Delivery: Blended
Graduate Certificate in Professional Communication Management
Whether it is managing social media, dealing with a crisis or building relationships with stakeholders, the role of the corporate communication professional is more complex than ever. The Graduate Certificate in Professional Communication Management will improve your understanding of internal and external corporate communication, solidify your understanding of stakeholder
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