Management and Leadership Certificate

Undergraduate and Continuing Education certificate

Rider’s Management and Leadership Certificate program provides students with the leadership skills needed to excel in the workplace.

Program overview

The Management and Leadership Certificate program prepares students to take charge in the workplace and be well-informed leaders. It is open to undergraduate students in any major as well as working professionals. Current Rider business students may count the certificate courses as part of their degree requirements. The program covers leadership and management theories and concepts while also giving students the opportunity to apply concepts learned through group exercises, role plays, self-reflection essays, case studies and more.

Admission options

First-year - How to Apply

Rider is where your future begins. First-year students are defined as recent high school graduates who are attending college for the first time. There are so many opportunities ahead. Take the first step towards your tomorrow at Rider.

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Transfer - How to Apply

No matter where you began your journey, Rider has the resources you need to continue moving forward. At Rider, transfer students are defined as students who are under the age of 25 and have credits from another college or university.

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Continuing Education - How to Apply

Rider offers flexible pathways for adult learners aged 25 or over, including veterans and active duty military personnel, that allow you to earn your bachelor's degree or take courses for personal enrichment. Non-matriculated or visiting students should apply using the Continuing Education application.

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By the numbers

Management and leadership skills are highly sought after by employers in all industries. Students who complete this program will have an advantage in their job search.

^{*sources LinkedIn and Zippia}

After communication, leadership is one of top skills employers look for in candidates (LinkedIn, 2023)*

83%

of organizations believe it’s important to develop leaders at every level of the company (Zippia, 2023)*

credits to program completion

Student stands in Norm Brodsky College of Business hallway

Program requirements

Rider's 12-credit certificate consists of four required courses (MGT 201, MGT 320, MGT 355, and MGT 363). MGT 201 may be waived for students who have completed the course (or similar) or have relevant work experience.

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