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Online Organizational Leadership Graduate Certificate

Explore theories and strategies such as leading in global environments, empowering teams, shaping organizational culture, practicing ethical leadership, and achieving high-quality results as a student in our Organizational Leadership Graduate Certificate program.

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Why choose Rowan Online's organizational leadership graduate certificate program?

A flexible online organizational leadership graduate certificate program

Students in our online Organizational Leadership Certificate of Graduate Study program will explore theories and strategies for leading in multinational environments, empowering diverse teams, shaping organizational culture, practicing ethical leadership and achieving meaningful organizational results. These skills are vital for business professionals seeking leadership roles or aiming to take on greater responsibility in their careers.

2025-2026 Academic Year

Credits, Cost & Completion Time

9

Credits

$1,150

Cost Per Credit

12

Months to Complete

Application Deadlines

8/18

Fall Module A Entry Deadline

12/15

Spring Module A Entry Deadline

4/28

Summer Module A Entry Deadline

Start Dates

9/2

Fall Module A Start Date

1/20

Spring Module A Start Date

5/12

Summer Module A Start Date

Studying organizational leadership online at Rowan

Review course topics, tuition information and application requirements—all key pieces of Rowan’s online organizational leadership graduate certificate program. 

What You'll Learn

Rowan's online Organizational Leadership Certificate of Graduate Study program requires the completion of nine graduate credits (three courses).

Organizational leadership online courses

  • Global Leadership and Organization Culture
  • Leadership Theory and Practice
  • Personal Leadership

Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.

The Rowan Online Experience

You don’t have to step away from your career to earn a graduate certificate. Rowan Online offers asynchronous courses, active faculty engagement, part-time coursework and a platform that helps you stay connected to your peers and instructors when the time is right for you. 

Admission Requirements

The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan University Office of Admissions will contact you with confirmation, or will indicate any missing items.

  • Submit an application
  • $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
  • Bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
  • Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
  • Current professional resume
  • Typewritten statement of professional objectives
    • Provide reasons for pursuing the program. Describe how you might use this program to advance your career (educational goals beyond the master's level, if applicable, are also relevant).
  • Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)

Tuition and Aid

Our tuition reflects the high-quality instruction, faculty support and accessibility Rowan offers its students.

Careers and Outcomes

As a student in our Certificate of Graduate Study in Organizational Leadership program, you will strengthen your skills and better position yourself to pursue a variety of careers in the field of Organizational Leadership. Check out the projected career outlook for a variety of job opportunities in Organizational Leadership.
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Upcoming virtual information sessions and events

Have questions about earning a graduate certificate online? Rowan Online offers virtual info sessions that provide a closer look at the educational leadership degree program and Rowan as a whole. Hear from faculty, connect with admissions representatives and learn how the program supports scholar-practitioners through applied research and flexible coursework.

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Why You Should Get an Organizational Leadership Certificate Online

If you’re thinking about stepping into leadership—or you’re already there and want to lead more effectively—an organizational leadership certificate could be exactly what you need to reach the next level. Whether you’re a working professional, a career-changer, or someone preparing for graduate study, an online leadership certificate offers a powerful, flexible way to expand your skill set and strengthen your résumé without pausing your career.

 

Offered entirely online by Rowan University’s AACSB accredited Rohrer College of Business, this graduate certificate in leadership is designed to help you develop the mindset, tools, and confidence to lead teams, manage change, and drive organizational success across industries. And thanks to the fully asynchronous format, you can learn where and when it works best for you.

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Start Your Path in Organizational Leadership

Apply to Rowan's online organizational leadership graduate certificate to explore theories and strategies, such as working with other leaders in a multinational world, influencing and empowering teams, changing organization culture, ethics in leadership and how to achieve high-quality results in a leadership position.