Lead. Always.

The Lead. Always. Certificate is a hybrid leadership program designed for professionals across all industries who want to sharpen leadership skills, improve team effectiveness, and drive organizational success.

The program begins with a two-day, in-person kickoff and continues with six online instructor-led modules over five months. This format balances flexibility with the benefits of peer collaboration and guided coaching. No prerequisites are required, making it accessible to both emerging leaders and experienced managers.

In-Person Kickoff (2 Days | 16 Hours)

• Explore leadership identity, strengths, and values.
• Map organizational strategy and audience needs.
• Identify leadership strengths and areas for growth.
• Create an Individual Development Plan (IDP).
• Assess team culture and dynamics.
• Use scorecards to track performance and strategic objectives.
  

Online Modules (Six, 3-week each) 

1. Emotional Intelligence & Self-Awareness– Understand EQ, identify strengths, and build an EQ action plan.
2. Interpersonal Communication – Adapt communication styles and strengthen dialogue across contexts.
3. Conflict Resolution – Learn negotiation, mediation, and active listening techniques.
4. Inclusivity & Diversity – Build cultural responsiveness and turn inclusion into action.
5. Problem-Solving & Leading Change – Apply tools like SWOT and root cause analysis; lead innovation and resilience.
6. Team Development & Collaboration – Understand team stages, overcome barriers, and build trust-driven performance.

Audience

Open to professionals across industries, with a special focus on healthcare supervisors, managers, and emerging leaders preparing to take on leadership responsibilities.

Why Join?

This structured, supportive program helps leaders grow individually while learning from peers in a cohort model. For groups of 10 or more, customized corporate training is available.

For details and cohort pricing, contact us at cpe@oregonstate.edu or (541) 737-1500.