Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certificate

Creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization is a must in today’s society. The Newman DEI Certificate was created to strengthen personal and situational awareness, interpersonal understanding, and non-judgmental acceptance of others with regard to differences and similarities—all essential keys to creating a welcoming work environment. The courses within this certificate program will facilitate reflection and discussion of important issues in order to foster a deeper understanding of cultural diversity and context.

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Why Earn a Graduate Certificate?

Newman University’s Graduate Certificates offer a unique opportunity for professionals to acquire high-demand knowledge and skills within the span of a single calendar year. Each certificate is designed for individuals who have already completed a bachelor’s degree. Further, the certificate coursework completed can be directly applied toward the given concentration field of study to complete a graduate Master of Business Administration degree. In addition, those who have already completed an MBA, or other graduate degree, can further develop their professional training by completing additional graduate certificates in any of the supplemental fields offered by the Newman School of Business.

Who is this Certificate Designed For?

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certificate is designed to help employees and managers navigate the work environment more effectively. Additionally, the goal of this certificate is to provide employees and managers with the tools to deepen their understanding and acknowledge the differences around them, overcome the barriers that create inclusion, and specifically communicate more effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. Therefore, this certificate is highly valuable to any career or industry.

Roles and careers most likely to benefit from this certificate include: