Strayer College

Programme overview

This graduate-level certificate centers on communication skills tied to leadership effectiveness. The programme emphasizes practical techniques to build a stronger leadership presence, manage workplace crises and enhance professional relationships through targeted practice and coaching.

What you'll study

The curriculum includes a course in Business Communications and Executive Presence that trains students in communication strategies commonly used by high-potential executives. Topics covered include advancing leadership presence, strategic communication, improving presentation performance, workplace crisis management, and methods to refine professional relationships. The course provides opportunities for practice and coaching, and includes work to optimize an online professional profile—for example, strategic updates to a LinkedIn profile—and peer feedback.

Entry requirements

Specific admissions criteria are not listed on the provided course text. As a graduate-level certificate, applicants can generally expect to need undergraduate credentials or relevant professional experience; consult the institution for exact requirements.

Career prospects

Skills developed in this certificate support roles that require clear strategic communication and visible leadership, such as team leads, project managers, aspiring executives, HR business partners, and client-facing managers. Improved presentation, crisis communication and professional branding can aid promotion readiness and cross-functional leadership opportunities.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Short postgraduate certificates may be eligible for employer sponsorship, continuing professional development funds, or institutional scholarships and payment plans. Prospective students should contact the college's financial aid or graduate admissions office to explore available funding options.