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Leadership in Business, Certificate


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Program Requirements

The leadership in business certificate requires 15 credit hours, of which at least 12 credit hours must be upper division. To earn the certificate, students must complete all courses with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better.
No more than six credit hours may be shared between the certificate and other degree programs, minors, and/or other certificates.
Required Courses (choose two) -- 6 credit hours
Leadership Development Electives (choose two courses, at least one must be upper division) -- 6 credit hours
Cultural Competency Elective (choose one) -- 3 credit hours
Complete two co-curricular experiences (all pending approval of the certificate coordinator):
1. Complete an approved internship. This requirement must be completed after approval to add the certificate.
2. Approved leadership position on an executive board with a registered ASU club or organization.
3. Approved leadership role in support of the W. P. Carey School of Business or ASU community: (WPC 101 Facilitator, WPC Peer Advisor, Camp Carey Director, Leadership Through Action (Tillman Program), USG Position, Community Assistant, Residential Engagement Leader, A.P.P.L.E., other petition-approved activity).
4. ASU-affiliated study abroad program OR 75 hours of service learning or community service.
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
What are accelerated programs?
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

What constitutes a new program?
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the “New Programs” option.
What are online programs?
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
What is the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a program in which residents of western states (other than Arizona) may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition. See more information and eligibility requirements on the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program.

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