Interpersonal Leadership, Teamwork, and Communication

About the Interpersonal Leadership, Teamwork, and Communication Program

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In today’s job market, an increasing number of companies seek candidates with strong "soft skills" to complement their technical skills and expertise. Regardless of the field, qualities such as solid communication skills, self-awareness, time management, and the ability to function on diverse and collaborative teams are highly sought-after. This certificate in Interpersonal Leadership, Teamwork, and Communication is designed to equip participants with those skills to help them excel in any working environment.

Throughout the program, students will implement these skills by working collaboratively on teams to manage hands-on projects. The culmination of the program will include a showcase of the students' projects to campus leaders, industry guests, and the general public. Upon completion of the program, students will be empowered to transition into their career pursuits.

Admissions

At this time, only current UC San Diego graduate students and postdocs are permitted to participate in the Leadership Teamwork Certificate. Applicants that do not match this profile will not be admitted.

Fees: $395 (includes $95 non-refundable certificate fee). Vouchers not accepted.

Understand your strengths, preferences, styles, and areas for development to improve your leadership capacity
Discover best approaches to make teams work together and how to improve their dynamics
Enhance presentation skills by developing effective messaging and perfecting delivery according to the audience
Develop an appreciation for individuals with different roles and responsibilities in interdisciplinary projects
Learn to communicate effectively and efficiently with fellow team members, direct reports, and stakeholders, who may have different backgrounds and areas of expertise
Gain an understanding of Project Management tools and techniques
Practice your newly acquired skills and build your resume while making an impact through a real life project

Students will complete the full program in two quarters, starting in Fall and finishing in Winter. The course will run Tuesday evenings during each quarter from 6 PM to 9 PM.

Program Orientation: TBD Fall 2024
Course Dates: TBD October 2024 - April 2025
Presentation to Sponsors: TBD

Format: Hybrid

Tuesday evenings during each quarter from 6 PM to 9 PM.

Estimated Cost: $395

Includes $95 non-refundable certificate fee. Vouchers not accepted.

Duration: 7 Months

Students will complete the full program in two quarters, Fall and Winter.

Contact

Department: Executive Programs and Corporate Education
Phone: 858-534-8638
Email: nowens@ucsd.edu

Courses

Effective Leadership and Teamwork in the WorkplaceBUSA-40886

Units: 3.00

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Effective Leadership and Teamwork in the WorkplaceThis course will introduce you to the various approaches of effective organizational leadership and teamwork. You will develop exceptional leadership...

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Typically Offered: Winter

Leadership and Teamwork PracticumBUSA-40887

Units: 3.00

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Leadership and Teamwork PracticumIn this course, the second in the Gradvantage Leadership and Teamwork certificate program, you will put into practice the leadership and teamwork tools skills you lear...

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Typically Offered: Winter

Project Management for the Collaborative WorkplaceBUSA-40889

Units: 3.00

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Project Management for the Collaborative WorkplaceThe independence and visibility of a project manager can be invigorating, while the perceived lack of authority can be deflating. In this course, the ...

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Typically Offered: Spring

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Conditions for Admission

The applications for the 2024-2025 cohort will open during Summer 2024. Applications are due by September 2, 2024. Applicants will be notified of acceptance by September 10, 2024.

Any UC San Diego graduate student or postdoctoral scholar in good standing is eligible to considered for acceptance into the program. To ensure a diverse cohort, applicants will be evaluated based upon:

Year in program and/or advancement to candidacy status
Area of study or research interest
Employment & volunteer history
Statement of interest

Certificate Guidelines

The applications for the 2024-2025 cohort will open during Summer 2024. Applications are due by September 2, 2024. Applicants will be notified of acceptance by September 10, 2024.

Next Steps Experience

This certificate is part of a campus-wide initiative called Gradvantage. Gradvantage was designed to provide a suite of resources to help participants develop essential leadership, teamwork, and communication skills to become successful leaders in their field. The Gradvantage program also includes monthly Career Nights to network with industry professionals, communication workshops, and other programs and resources.

Gradvantage is partnership between the UC San Diego Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs, Graduate & Professoinal Student Association, Career Services Center, Office of Postdoctoral Scholar Affairs, and the Division of Extended Studies. For a full description of Gradvantage program offerings, please visit the grAdvantage website.

Special Notes

The applications for the 2024-2025 cohort will open in Summer 2024. Applications are due by September 2, 2024. Applicants will be notified of acceptance by September 10, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who is eligible to participate in this certificate program?

Any current UC San Diego graduate student or postdoctoral scholar in good standing is eligible to be considered for acceptance into the Leadership and Teamwork certificate program. Each year, one cohort of forty students will be admitted into the program.

At this time, only current UC San Diego graduate students and postdocs are permitted to participate in the Leadership and Teamwork certificate program. Applicants who are not current UC San Diego graduate students or postdocs will not be admitted.

When are the applications due? When will I know if I am accepted into the program?

The applications for the 2022-2023 cohort are now open. Applications are due by December 2, 2022. Applicants will be notified of acceptance by December 6, 2022.

Are there any prerequisites to this program?

There are no prerequisites for the Leadership and Teamwork certificate program.

How long does it take to complete the certificate?

Students will complete the full program in six months. Following the orientation on December 13, 2022, the first course starts on January 4, 2023 and the final course concludes on June 6, 2023.

When are the courses scheduled?

Courses will run virtually (live online) Tuesday evenings from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM.

Can any of the courses be waived if I have taken a similar course elsewhere or have equivalent working knowledge?

The certificate program is designed to be a comprehensive experience, completed from start to finish by the same cohort of students. Due to this team-oriented nature of the program, you may not waive any of the program’s courses.

How can I get more information about the program?

You will find a downloadable program flyer and program FAQs under "Request Information" on the right side of the top of this page. If you need further information, please contact the program manager at 858-534-8638 or nowens@ucsd.edu.

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About the Interpersonal Leadership, Teamwork, and Communication Program

Courses

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Effective Leadership and Teamwork in the WorkplaceBUSA-40886

Upcoming Start Dates:

Leadership and Teamwork PracticumBUSA-40887

Upcoming Start Dates:

Project Management for the Collaborative WorkplaceBUSA-40889

Upcoming Start Dates:

Conditions for Admission

Certificate Guidelines

Next Steps Experience

Special Notes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate in this certificate program?

When are the applications due? When will I know if I am accepted into the program?

Are there any prerequisites to this program?

How long does it take to complete the certificate?

When are the courses scheduled?

Can any of the courses be waived if I have taken a similar course elsewhere or have equivalent working knowledge?

How can I get more information about the program?

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