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Develop the Workplace Skills to Stand Out from the Crowd
The business and the non-profit world are changing and evolving daily. Your skills need to adapt as well — new technologies, best practices, and leadership methods. To continue to thrive, just staying up-to-date won’t always be enough. You need to stand up and stand out.
Your graduate-level certificate from the Avila Institute for Professional Studies can help you master the skills, knowledge, networking, and credibility you need and that top employers are seeking.
Choose from certificates and certifications in:
Graduate Executive Leadership Development Certificate
The Graduate Executive Leadership Certificate consists of 13 credit hours of coursework designed to develop leaders to function effectively at all levels of their organization. The hours count toward the MBA, Master of Science degree in Organizational Development, and the Master of Arts in Management. The certificate in Executive Leadership Development can be taken independently of enrollment in any graduate degree program.
The certificate demonstrates an individual’s commitment to developing their own leadership capabilities, as well as their dedication to learning and growing as a leader. It also serves as a highly-valued credential that employers look for when considering job applicants. Earning an executive leadership development certificate provides tangible evidence of an individual’s leadership abilities and can be a powerful asset when competing for leadership positions.
- 13 graduate credit hours
- Financial Aid Eligible program
Course Catalog — Graduate Executive Leadership Certificate
- OD 650 – Strategic Communication (3)
- OD 655 – Innovation & Creativity (3)
- OD 678 – Conflict Management Systems (3)
- OD 685 – Portfolio (1)
- OD 688 – Leadership & Influence Processes (3)
The hours count toward the Master of Science in Organizational Development and Master of Arts in Management
Graduate Project Management Certificate
The Graduate Project Management Certificate is a set of 13 credit hours designed specifically for adults to develop proficiency with effective project managers’ latest tools and techniques. Students study current industry practices, examine in-depth case studies, review team interactions, and assess project management technology. This curriculum prepares the student to take the PMI exam for certification; these hours count toward the M.A. degree in Management. The certificate in Project Management can be taken independently of enrollment in any graduate degree program.
The primary benefit of earning a project management certificate is the recognition and credibility it provides. Many employers view a project management certification as a sign of competency and trustworthiness. This can be a valuable tool for professionals who want to advance their careers, as it can help to increase their desirability as potential employees. It can also help to increase the likelihood of promotion within a current job.
- 13 graduate credit hours
- Financial Aid Eligible program
Course Catalog — Graduate Project Management Certificate
- PM672 Practice of Project Management (3)
- PM673 Tools and Technology of Project Management (3)
- PM674 Application of Project Management (3)
- PM677 Six Sigma (3)
- MG685 Portfolio (1)
Graduate Strategic Human Resources Certificate
The Graduate Strategic Human Resources Certificate consists of 13 credit hours of coursework designed to prepare learners for upper-level management of human resource functions and departments within their organizations. This curriculum prepares the student to take industry certification exams; in addition, the hours count toward the Master of Arts in Management, the Master of Business Administration (MBA), or the MS in Organizational Development. The certificate in Strategic Human Resources can be taken independently of enrollment in any graduate degree program.
The primary benefit of earning a strategic human resources certificate is demonstrating expertise in the field. By showing a commitment to staying current on the latest trends and regulations, employers can rest assured that their HR team is well-equipped to handle the challenges of the workplace. A strategic HR certificate is also a great way to show potential employers that the applicant is committed to their growth and development in the field of human resources.
- 13 graduate credit hours
- Financial Aid Eligible program
Course Catalog — Graduate Strategic Human Resources Certificate
- OD 662 – Strategic HR Management (3)
- OD 664 – Workforce Planning & Employment (3)
- OD 667 – Total Rewards & Risk Management (3)
- OD 668 – Employee & Labor Relations (3)
- OD685 Portfolio (1)
Graduate Workplace Instructional Design Certificate
Designed to engage learning industry professionals, Avila’s Instructional Design Certificate prepares you to lead in the workplace. Define your organization’s learning needs. Determine the appropriate instructional formats. Design materials. Implement solutions. Throughout the program, you will apply course material and new proficiencies to your current professional activities in real-time.
- Create a collaborative process to help define, design, and develop instructional materials and solutions.
- Program curriculum and outcomes are based on the new Association of Talent Development (ATD) Capabilities Model.
- Project-based education.
- Build your own reflective portfolio.
- Network with professional peers and mentors.
- 100% online.
- Certificate eligible for both MA in Management and MS in Organizational Development Psychology programs.
- Eligible for Federal Financial Aid
- 13 graduate credit hours
- Financial Aid Eligible program
Course Catalog — Graduate Workplace Instructional Design Certificate
- ID600 Introduction to Instructional Design (3)
- ID611 Trends in Instructional Design (3)
- ID621 Applied Instructional Design (3)
- ID631 Organizational Learning (3)
- MG685 Portfolio (1)
Graduate Change Management Certificate
Change, or become obsolete. As a leader, you always need to be prepared for organizational change. From planned initiatives to a volatile marketplace, change is not only inevitable, but it’s also often unexpected. In this graduate certificate program, you will identify the change dynamics around you. Data and evidence will guide your decisions as you find fit as a change leader.
Change management certificates provide individuals with the tools necessary to lead processes and manage change in their organizations. A certificate program provides individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to identify, assess, and manage change, as well as the ability to assess the impact of change and ensure successful implementation. The hours count toward a Master of Science degree in Organizational Development or a Master of Arts in Management.
- MG620 Change Dynamics
- MG621 Change Leader
- MG623 Evidence-Based Decisions
- MG624 Diversity & Inclusion in Change Management
- MG/OD685 Portfolio
- 13 graduate credit hours
- Financial Aid Eligible program
Graduate diversity, inclusion & Belonging certificate
Your organization is only as strong as its culture. No longer solely the role of HR, building an inclusive culture is the responsibility of every manager and employee. This Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging graduate certificate will help you move your company beyond simple compliance to build a truly aware and inclusive organizational culture. Your courses will address employee engagement and interventions and provide specific diversity strategies.
Earning a diversity, inclusion, and belonging certificate is an important step for any individual looking to make a positive impact in their organization or community. By becoming certified, you will gain a better understanding of how to create an inclusive and respectful workplace culture. You will also gain the skills and knowledge necessary to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those around you.
- OD631 Diversity Awareness
- OD632 Diversity Planning and Goal Setting
- OD633 Developing Inclusion Training
- OD634 Practices for Diverse Recruitment and Retention
- MG/OD685 Portfolio
- 13 graduate credit hours
- Financial Aid Eligible program