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Ontario Tech acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation.

We are thankful to be welcome on these lands in friendship. The lands we are situated on are covered by the Williams Treaties and are the traditional territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation, including Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi. These lands remain home to many Indigenous nations and peoples.

We acknowledge this land out of respect for the Indigenous nations who have cared for Turtle Island, also called North America, from before the arrival of settler peoples until this day. Most importantly, we acknowledge that the history of these lands has been tainted by poor treatment and a lack of friendship with the First Nations who call them home.

This history is something we are all affected by because we are all treaty people in Canada. We all have a shared history to reflect on, and each of us is affected by this history in different ways. Our past defines our present, but if we move forward as friends and allies, then it does not have to define our future.

Learn more about Indigenous Education and Cultural Services

Women in Leadership Certificate Program

Overview:

This six-session, online program is designed to help you understand, navigate and overcome obstacles facing female leaders in the workplace. Learning to become gender-bilingual and understanding gender differences will help you navigate and manage mixed teams more effectively and improve understanding, problem solving and communication with coworkers, teams and customers. Sessions are hosted by women in leadership positions from around the world. Participants will receive an Ontario Tech University certificate upon completion.

Who should attend?

You may use the knowledge and skills developed through this certificate program to prepare you for understanding women's leadership in the workplace, such as:

  • Executives, managers and supervisors;
  • Customer service representatives;
  • Recruiters;
  • Marketing professionals;
  • Anyone with an interest in diversity in the workplace.

What you'll learn

In this certificate program, you will learn how to:

  • Describe and discuss the meaning of the Leadership Labyrinth as it relates to the challenging environment of Women in Leadership in the 21st century context.
  • Effectively apply Resilience, Diversity, and Mentorship strategies to your leadership development process.
  • Develop an entrepreneurial and leadership mindset and skillset.
  • Reach out to at least one leader to request a mentoring relationship.
  • Develop a strategy to build inclusive spaces through psychological safety.

There is currently no schedule available for 2022/2023. Please check again later.

COVID-19 update: All Continuous Learning sessions are being offered online until further notice. Online participation instructions will be emailed to registered learners before the start on their courses/workshops. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding.

LIST OF TOPICS: 

  • Understanding the Leadership Labyrinth that Women Encounter
  • Inclusive Leadership and Leading Diverse Teams
  • Creating Inclusive Space through Psychological Safety
  • Mentorship for Women Leaders
  • And more!

*Topics have not been finalized and are subject to change without notice

This program compliments the proposed book Women Courageous: How Women Navigate Adversity and the Leadership Labyrinth to Lead Well - Stories from the Frontier.

Registration is open to all!

COVID-19 update: All Continuous Learning sessions are being offered online until further notice. Online participation instructions will be emailed to registered learners before the start on their courses/workshops. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding.

Online course delivery is an asynchronous format. This means you can complete modules and course work at your own pace as long as you meet required deadlines.

Kaltura Virtual Classroom and/or Google Meet is used for online delivery to support interaction and engagement.
Online learning requirements:
  • Computer with internet access
  • Stable internet or data connection
  • Microphone
  • Webcam
  • Audio device (examples: speakers, headphones/earbuds, headset)
To be determined.

Fees

Option 1 - Without certificate:

$120 CDN for six modules + HST

Option 2 - With certificate:

$320 CDN for six modules, assessment and certificate + HST

Note: Certificates will only be distributed to those who have selected the certificate option and successfully complete the program.

 

Registration

Registration has been postponed. There are no scheduled offerings for 2022.

 

To obtain the University Certificate the participant must:
  • Register and make full payment for the certificate option;
  • Actively participant in all required components of each online module; and
  • Successfully complete the final project.

Those completing the Women in Leadership Certificate Program are subject the policies of Ontario Tech University and Continuous Learning. Ontario Tech policies can be found in the Policy library. Continuous Learning policies can be found in the Regulations section of the Continuous Learning website. Specifically, those completing the Social Selling (LinkedIn) workshop are expected to adhere to the the General and Open enrolment regulations.

 

 Registration Status
Closed

Location
Online*

*All Continuous Learning sessions are being offered online until further notice. Online participation instructions will be emailed to registered learners before the start of their courses. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding.

 Date
Postponed (New dates TBD)

Credential
Certificate or Program completion

 Fees
No certificate: $120 CDN for six modules + HST

With certificate: $320 CDN for six modules and assessment + HST

Contact Information: continuouslearning@ontariotechu.ca