Online Leadership and Coaching Certificates

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Enhance Any Career With Innovative Leadership Skills

Leadership is more than being a people person. Confident, capable leaders are needed across every field and industry to help build teams, bolster morale, retain top talent, navigate changes, and contribute to an organization’s bottom line. George Mason University’s leadership and coaching courses are ideal for anyone wanting to advance or strengthen their leadership skills.

Our easy-to-access courses are designed for busy professionals. You don’t need to enroll as a George Mason student to take Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) courses, and you can sign up for some courses within a few days of their start dates.

If you don’t want to take a full certificate program, you can join us for individual courses as they suit your schedule. Most courses do not require prior experience, making George Mason’s programs accessible to everyone.

Discover the rich online learning experiences available exclusively from Virginia’s largest research university.

Our Leadership Programs Are Made For Everyone

  • Access online and hybrid courses
  • Interact with experts in real time
  • Use your new skills immediately
  • Explore innovative industry insights
  • ICF accredited curriculum (Level 2 & 3)
  • Top University for Non-Traditional Students1

Explore Our Leadership and Coaching Certificates

Whether you are new to coaching or an experienced coach looking to take your business up a level, our practical programs will set you up for success. We’ve designed these certificates for any aspiring leader regardless of experience level or location.

Pursue Advanced Credentials

George Mason’s certificate programs prepare graduates for nationally recognized exams as they bring their experience to roles in nearly every industry. These certificate programs can help prepare you for the following:

ICF Membership and Credentialing

Master Certified Coach (MCC) application

Continuing Coach Education (CCE) credits

Strive for Positive Change in Team and Organizational Culture

Hybrid | 5 months | $12,750

This ICF-accredited program helps you facilitate positive change in teams and organizations as you prepare for Level 2 ICF certification.

Course

  • Leadership Coaching for Organizational Well-Being
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Weave Well-Being Into Your Health Care Organization

Online | 6 Weeks | $2,850

In this program built for health care leaders, you’ll learn how the science of well-being applies to your organization and how it impacts success.

Course

  • Leading Thriving Organizations
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Explore Your Unique Coaching Strengths and Style

Online | 5 months | $7,595

This advanced course helps PCC-credentialed coaches pursue Level 3 ICF Certification while developing the art and skill of masterful coaching.

Course

  • Masterful Coaching
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Learn to Start and Operate a Business in One Day

Online | 1 day | $750

The Business of Coaching Certificate is a one-day virtual program for executive coaches and consultants.

Course

  • The Business of Coaching
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Testimonials

“This course exceeded my expectations. My core questions were answered, I learned helpful information and resources, and areas I was ignorant of were brilliantly illuminated. I feel much more prepared to lead my business. The kinship in the class was superb. Thank you!”

– Tim Little, Leadership and Coaching student (2024)

“This was an outstanding practical way to significantly expand my coaching mastery and to learn from other amazing professional coaches. (…) I would wholeheartedly recommend this to any advanced level coach who is interested in upgrading and deepening their coaching skills in preparation for the MCC credential.”

– Kristi Dooley, Leadership and Coaching student (2024)

“I’ll forever be grateful for being approved to attend this course. It has greatly broadened my perspective on the importance of self-care, being a trauma-informed leader, and how to intelligently talk to leaders about well-being and organizational culture.”

– Jennifer Starley, Leadership and Coaching student (2024)

Join a Growing Network at George Mason University

George Mason University is Virginia’s largest public research university. Located near Washington, D.C., George Mason has grown rapidly over the past half-century and is recognized for its innovation and entrepreneurship, remarkable diversity, and commitment to accessibility.

Gain a High-Quality Education with GMU

With George Mason University Continuing and Professional Education, you can earn credentials in a way that fits your life. Online learning lets you take exceptional classes in a convenient format. There are minimal face-to-face meetings, so students can learn at home, while stationed abroad, or while traveling.

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  1. College Factual. “Top 10 Schools for Non-Traditional Learners.” March 1, 2019. Retrieved Feb. 14, 2024, from https://collegefactual.com/