Leadership Development Series
Developed and administered in association with Ontario's community colleges, leading business and industry professionals, this College Certificate enhances leadership skills and develops new skills to help meet career and organizational objectives.
- Learn part-time online and elevate your soft skills to pursue a leadership role
- Benefit from supportive and experienced facilitators who are active in their industry
- Courses are built with flexibility in mind and can be accessed anytime and from anywhere
Program Availability and Schedule
Availability
Availability varies by course. Click here to view availability for courses in this program.
Schedule
Given the part-time delivery of this program, there is not a standard schedule for all learners.
Program Summary
Credential
Program Code
Area of Interest
Eligible for Post-Graduation
Work Permit?
To qualify for this certificate, you must complete the program within three years.
SUCCESS FACTORS...(read more)
Overview
Developed and administered in association with Ontario's community colleges, leading business and industry professionals, this College Certificate enhances leadership skills and develops new skills to help meet career and organizational objectives. This program is intended for individuals from a variety of sectors who are interested in enhancing their leadership skills. Students build on existing skills and experience and apply these skills to workplace situations. Content includes communications, ethics, performance management, change management, team building, planning and project management.
To qualify for this certificate, you must complete the program within three years.
SUCCESS FACTORS
The program is well-suited for students who:
- Have good oral and written communication skills.
- Are motivated, focused and committed to attaining goals.
- Enjoy critical thinking and creative problem solving.
- Thrive in team-based environments.
- Enjoy leading and working with others.
Courses
Registration Note:
If you would like to take courses individually or start the program part time, you are not required to apply to the program. You can register for up to three courses per term by clicking on the course title and selecting "Register Online".
Online  |
| Course Number |
Hours | Course Name | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| LDS0001 | 30.0 | Communication | |
| LDS0002 | 28.0 | Employment Law for Leadership Development | |
| LDS0003 | 30.0 | Human RelationsHuman Relations There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. | |
| LDS0004 | 30.0 | Performance Management | |
| LDS0005 | 30.0 | Leading Teams | |
| LDS0006 | 28.0 | Managing Change | |
| LDS0007 | 30.0 | Finance | |
| LDS0008 | 30.0 | Project Management | |
| LDS0009 | 30.0 | Leading Responsibly | |
| LDS0010 | 30.0 | Creative and Critical ThinkingCreative and Critical Thinking There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. |
Careers & Pathways
Careers
Graduates may find employment in entry-level management positions in a variety or settings, such as business, hospitality, client service and sales.
Pathways
Please use our Pathways tool to search for pathway options.
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Apply human resources practices to leadership and management situations in order to make effective decisions, mitigate risk and solve problems.
- Apply organizational planning skills to ensure ethical business decision making and sound operational objectives based on practical budget considerations.
- Manage change initiatives and the resulting cultural impact in order to adapt to issues affecting the organization and the economy.
- Manage employee performance utilizing communication, coaching and leadership skills.
- Communicate effectively in leadership roles and as a team leader or team member.
- Manage projects utilizing project management processes and tools in order to effectively maximize resources.
- Develop strategies for personal and professional development that enhance work performance and maximize career opportunities.
Tuition & Fees
2024/2025 Academic Year
Fees are subject to change.
Fees for part-time programs are charged on a course-by-course basis and are published on each individual course page. For questions related to fees, please call the Registrar's Office at 613-727-0002.
Graduation Fee:
Once you have completed all the courses in the program, it is the responsibility of the student to complete a credential application (https://www.algonquincollege.com/online/certificationgraduating/). A graduation fee is charged when the application is submitted. After your credential application has been approved, you will be invited to Convocation.
Admissions Requirements
All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.
College Eligibility
The following requirements are recommended to ensure success in the program:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent; OR
- Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR
- General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR
- Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program).
Program Eligibility
The following requirement is recommended to ensure success in the program:
- English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
- It is recommended applicants with international transcripts have the following IELTS or TOEFL scores to ensure success: IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT) Overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 110, minimum of 110 in Literacy and no score below 95.
Application Information
Registration Note:
If you would like to take courses individually or start the program part time, you are not required to apply to the program. You can register for up to three courses per term by clicking on the course title and selecting "Register Online".
Additional Information
Program Resources
International students wishing to study online should visit https://www.algonquincollege.com/online/international for information related to International online students and for International fees information prior to registering. Please note that AC Online programs do not qualify international students for new study permits or study permit extensions.
Courses are listed in the optimal progression.
It is recommended that LDS0002 - Employment Law for Leadership Development be completed prior to enrolling in LDS0003 - Human Relations.
PRIOR LEARNING AND RECOGNITION (PLAR):
Students who wish to apply for PLAR need to demonstrate competency at a post-secondary level in all of the course learning requirements. Evidence of learning achievements for PLAR candidates may include a comprehensive challenge examination and/or completion of a portfolio.
AC ONLINE ACADEMIC PLANNER:
The Academic Planner provides registered part-time students the ability to declare into a program of study. The Academic Planner outlines successfully completed courses to date, as well as courses that need to be completed in order to meet graduation requirements. It is therefore, essential that all part-time students declare to their program of study, allowing administrators to plan course offerings. The tool is available on ACSIS, located under 'Part-time Students' on the left-hand toolbar.
PROGRAM PROGRESSION:
As per policy AA39: Program Progression and Graduation Requirements when students are admitted to a program, they are assigned to the Program of Study that aligns with their start date. If a student takes a break for two or more consecutive terms the Program of Study is reset to align with the current version (when studies are resumed). For more information please contact your Program Coordinator.
Contact
Future Students
For additional information, please contact our Customer Service Representative team at online@algonquincollege.com and they will direct you to the best person to answer your specific questions.
Current Students
For additional information, please reference the AC Online Circle of Care.