Upcoming Certificate Programs and Workshops

The Executive Education Center at the Coles College of Business is dedicated to helping you and your organization succeed. As one of the country’s most innovative universities in teaching and learning, we design executive development programs using best practices in program customization, technology-enhanced learning and on-the-job application. Our classroom-based certificate programs and our digital badge mobile-learning programs are designed to help you reach your fullest potential as leaders, innovators and change-makers.

Executive Leadership Program for Managers and Directors @ KSU Center

The next cohort begins August 20, 2026

A leadership development certificate program that integrates the best practices of classroom action-learning and gamified mobile-learning. The Michael J. Coles College of Business offers an Executive Leadership Program for Managers and Directors designed for busy professionals who want to take their leadership skills and their careers to the next level. Learn how to master the 8 leader roles and the 24 leadership skills.

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Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Professional (CMAP) Program

The next cohort begins begins September 22, 2026

A popular certificate program in partnership with the M&A Source. Larry Stevens, CPA, after a long and distinguished career with PwC leads the program. Topics include M&A strategy, process planning, due diligence, financial analysis, transaction valuation, deal structuring, and negotiations.

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Leadership Excellence

The Digital Badge in Leadership Excellence program is designed for professionals at all levels who want to elevate their potential as leaders, innovators, and change-makers. Master the 8 leader roles and 24 skills that deliver excellence and make you a highly-respected leader inside your organization.

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