Developed in collaboration with leaders in the fields of diversity & inclusion, international education, and student affairs, the Global Education Diversity & Inclusion Certificate focuses on your interpersonal growth, the exploration of emerging trends, as well as the acquisition of requisite competencies to affect sustainable change at your institution or organization.

Certificate Program Overview

The certificate program advances both the organization and the individual by providing a unique opportunity for you to broaden your perspective and increase your knowledge and skill set in diversity & inclusion within the realm of international education and cultural exchange. The acquisition of these skills can then be applied and utilized to strengthen diversity and inclusion policies, procedures, and practices at your current or future employer.

Benefits of the Certificate

This certificate program advances both the institution/organization and the Individual providing a unique opportunity for the participant to increase their knowledge and skill set in diversity & inclusion within the realm of international education which can then be applied and utilized to strengthen the policies, procedures, and practices of their current or a future employer. Certificate participants will demonstrate an understanding of the principles of global inclusive excellence and how these can be implemented in various contexts to support the international education operations. Opportunities will be provided to build professional networks with like-minded colleagues.

Participants who complete the certificate program will be able to:

• Demonstrate their understanding of global inclusive excellence as perceived through their individual and unique experiences.
• Engage in critical discussion about addressing access, belonging, and inclusion within international education.
• Build and apply skills to improve intercultural communication
• Create a personal plan for continued learning, growth, and challenges.