The Career Development Microcredential: Communication and Leadership is designed for students, working professionals and career changers seeking to develop essential skills needed in today’s dynamic work environments. Students gain skills and competencies in professional communication, diversity and inclusion practices, and ethical leadership through three focused courses. This stackable credential prepares learners for career advancement across multiple industries and can be applied to bachelor’s degree programs.
Student Learning Outcomes
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Demonstrate effective professional communication skills across verbal, written and digital formats while adapting communication strategies for diverse audiences and cultural contexts (Communication Competency)
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Evaluate communication and leadership strategies that engage, motivate, and support others in achieving shared goals. (Leadership Competency)
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Evaluate and discuss workplace strategies for inclusive practices that promote equity and address systemic barriers in professional environments. (Equity and Inclusion Competency)
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Analyze complex professional challenges using ethical decision-making frameworks and evidence-based reasoning that considers multiple stakeholders (Critical Thinking Competency)
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Exhibit professional behaviors, accountability and standards while maintaining integrity in all workplace interactions and decisions (Professional competency)
Courses
- IGS 340 - Professional Communication (3 cr. hr.)
- IGS 400 - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace (3 cr. hr.)
- IGS 425 - Leadership, Ethics and Decision-Making (3 cr. hr.)
Additional Details
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Credit Hours Required |
9 |
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Delivery Mode |
Please visit the course schedule for current offering and delivery mode. |
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Cost |
Details regarding tuition and fees are available through Student Accounts. Contact the office by phone at 607-753-2313 or e-mail [email protected]. |
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For More Information |
Contact the Extended Learning Office via email at [email protected]. |