Certificate in Leadership for Women in Business
Nearly half of all working adults are women, and women now make up the majority of students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Despite these indications that they have the skills and education to be leaders in the workforce, women are still underrepresented in many areas, and the persistent wage gap demonstrates that their work is often undervalued.
The certificate in leadership for women in business at Loyola University New Orleans explores both the social and psychological mechanisms that create challenges that professional women often face. Alongside commentary from women leaders, the material also provides concrete and data-driven recommendations for advancing in your career.
Requirements
No prerequisites or degree requirements to register.
Program Length
The program takes approximately 23 hours to complete. Course materials are available for 365 days upon purchase.
Tuition Costs
Enrollment in the certificate in leadership for women in business costs $499.

Start the program at any time.
Enroll in the certificate in leadership for women in business at any time and complete the materials at any time on the schedule that works best for you. Courses feature videos, interactive activities, and real-world case studies.
More key features of the program:
- Mobile-friendly and 100% online
- Guidance from subject matter experts
- Badge and credit-awarding
Leadership for Women in Business Curriculum
The courses in the certificate introduce key concepts and practices that all successful business people should be familiar with, thereby serving as a general introduction to topics like leadership, management, communication, work-life balance, networking, negotiation, and body language.
Certificate Courses:
- Body Language for Women in Business
- Current Issues Facing Women in Business
- Leadership and Management for Women in Business
- Communication for Women in Business
- Work-Life Balance for Women in Business
- Networking and Mentorship for Women in Business
- Negotiation for Women in Business
Crediting Details:
- PMI PDUs: 23
- Power Skills PDUs: 9.25
- Business Acumen PDUs: 5.5
- Ways of Working PDUs: 8.25
- IACET CEUs: 2.3 (Contact Hours: 23 hours)
- HRCI Credits: 23 (Type: General: 20, Specified - Strategic Business: 3)
- SHRM PDCs: 23
View course descriptions and more information on the certificate purchasing page
"I wish every woman could complete this training. AMAZING! I'm now able to name some situations I've been exposed to as well as understand some strategies that can be effective when dealing with these problems. I am much more confident."
—Priscila C.
"The topics in this course are relevant. Also, I appreciate the videos that were presented throughout the course. I enjoyed listening from experienced leaders on various topics."
—Miriam C.
"I was pleased to learn information about how to negotiate effectively, and what barriers there may be to women when negotiating in the business sphere. I could see these things in my own attitudes toward negotiation."
—Carissa H.
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Have questions about the certificate in leadership for women in business? Contact Loyola’s Office of Professional and Continuing Studies to speak one-on-one with a member of our team.