General Business Studies with Concentration in Leadership Certificate Program

Unlock your leadership potential and gain essential skills and tools to become a confident, effective manager with this dynamic program. We recommend you speak with one of our student advisors before beginning this program.

Courses

Required

Elective

F-1 Visa Eligible

Yes

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This program is perfect for...

Professionals interested in the connection between strong communication and effective leadership

Individuals with a personal or academic interest in the principles of impactful business leadership

Working professionals seeking management training with a focus on leadership development

Business students looking to enhance their credentials with specialized leadership certification

What you can learn.

Discover how effective leadership drives organizational success

Explore strategies and principles to motivate, inspire and engage employees

Learn to coordinate and lead teams toward shared goals with confidence

Develop clear, persuasive communication skills essential for effective leadership

Lead with Purpose: Build the Skills to Manage and Inspire

The General Business Studies with Concentration in Leadership empowers you to design a personalized curriculum focused on leadership and management. Choose from a wide range of courses tailored to your goals while developing the strategic thinking, decision-making, and people management skills essential for today’s leaders.

Whether you're aiming to launch a business, lead a team, or drive innovation in your current role, this program helps you grow into a confident, effective leader.

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Program Curriculum:

The General Business Studies with Concentration in Leadership program curriculum consists of:

Six required leadership courses (three of which are one-day seminars)
One required ethics course/seminar
Additional 24 units of coursework in the business management discipline (MGMT X 1-199 and 400-499)*

Courses are typically four units each, but can vary. An average student may take a total of three required courses, six elective courses, and four required seminars, to complete this program.

*Some elective courses may not be available for open enrollment and can only be taken with instructor approval, such as internships, accelerated courses and some advanced courses. Please consult with a student advisor for more information.

This certificate is approved for international students to study full time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa.

International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.

While most certificate programs begin each quarter, some have limited intakes for students studying on F-1 visa. Find this program on the Browse Certificate Programs page to confirm entry quarters before applying.

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Student Advising

Before enrolling, connect with a student advisor who’ll help customize your course of study and address all needs, interests, and goals.

To prepare for your appointment, consider the following:

What’s your expectation of this certificate program?
Are you looking to learn the basics of business essentials -OR- more specialized/advanced business management topics?

Email bamcertificate@uclaextension.edu to schedule a meeting with an advisor.

Get Started

Step 1: Enroll in a Course

Courses in this program are open enrollment and paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program.

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Have questions? Talk to an Academic Advisor

Step 2: Become a Candidate

Establish candidacy in the certificate program to receive tailored information, lock in course requirements, and gain access to exclusive student benefits. Registration Fee: $200

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Important Note for International Students: Candidacy fees are included in your program fees and do not need to be paid separately.

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Cost and Fees

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.

Application and Candidacy Fee

$200

Estimated Textbooks and Materials

$1100

Estimated Program Tuition

$9200

International Student Fees

Payment Options

Eligible for VA Benefit
Federal Financial Aid is not available

Drop-In Advising Hour
This informal Zoom session is a platform for current and new program students to connect and ask questions to program staff. Drop in for 10 minutes or stay for the hour. Have questions about the certificate or courses, bring them with you!

Every first and third Wednesday of the month, 11am-12pm PT.

Email bamcertificate@uclaextension.edu for the meeting link.

Required Courses

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Organizational Communication

Organizations today are highly diverse workplaces. This course is designed to give you the knowledge and skills needed to successfully lead and communicate in your organization.

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Ethics Requirement

Students must complete one ethics course from the following list.

Elective Courses

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Electives - Business Management

Complete 24 units (typically 6 courses) from courses numbered MGMT X 1-199 or X 400-499 in the business management discipline. You may take additional leadership and management courses or select from courses in:

Accounting & Finance

Entrepreneurship & Small Business

Human Resources Management

International Trade & Commerce

Marketing, Advertising & PR

Project Management and Technical Management

Real Estate