Sustainable Garden Design Project Management Applied Leadership Certificate Lean Practitioner I Lean Practitioner II Fundamentals of CNC Machining Digital Media Nonprofit Management and Grant Writing Social Media Professional

Certificate Programs - Click on titles below for course information

Applied Leadership Certificate

Develop your capacity as a leader.

The Applied Leadership Certificate is designed to help leaders maximize their leadership influence. The comprehensive program is divided into four focused tracks, each designed to address critical aspects of effective leadership. Participants will gain insights and practical tools to enhance their impact, connection, adaptability, and sustained success within their organization.

Participants can take the tracks in any order, but must complete all four courses to earn the certificate.




Courses

Fundamentals of CNC Machining Certificate

Gain a working knowledge of basic machining practices as well as a knowledge of CNC code that will allow you to write programs and make program edits rather than just loading a part and hitting the start button. Upon completion of this certificate, you will become more versatile and more valuable to a prospective employer and you will obtain a new skill set to build on as you continue to grow in your career.

January 17, 2026 to April 25, 2026, Engineering, Technology & Computer Science Bldg. CNC Lab 137

Project Management Certificate

This program is designed to provide you with the skill and knowledge needed to be a successful project manager. The six modules are closely aligned with PMIŽ PMBOKŠ Guide and have been developed in cohort with the Northeast Indiana Chapter of PMI Professional Development group.

October 7, 2025 to November 18, 2025, Doermer School of Business, Room DSB 121

Sustainable Garden Design Certificate

This certificate was designed to educate garden enthusiasts on the key elements of sustainable garden design with heavy focus on organic, restorative, and regenerative methods. Offered in Fall semester.

October 13, 2025 to March 9, 2026, Doermer School of Business, Room 101J

Lean Practitioner I Certificate

Learn why Lean makes work rewarding, profitable, and enduring.

Upon successful completion, each attendee receives a Purdue University Advanced Manufacturing Lean Practitioner I Certificate. This certificate is based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) prescribed tools and training methods, a widely accepted national standard in workforce development, and is offered in Indiana only through Purdue University.

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Lean Practitioner II Certificate

Learn why Lean makes work rewarding, profitable, and enduring.

Upon successful completion, each attendee receives a Purdue University Advanced Manufacturing Lean Practitioner II Certificate. This certificate is based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) prescribed tools and training methods, a widely accepted national standard in workforce development, and is offered in Indiana only through Purdue University.

November 5, 2025 to December 10, 2025, Online Course

Applied Leadership Track 1: Leading for Impact

Impact is the result of leaders aligning individual and team expectations through shared awareness, ability, and agreement. This track focuses on developing strategies to create meaningful and measurable impacts within teams and organizations.

January 12-26, 2026, Online Course

Applied Leadership, Track 2: Leading for Connection

Connection is the result of leaders exhibiting emotional recognition and regulation, individually and with others. Participants will explore how to build and maintain strong, empathetic relationships with their team members.

February 9-23, 2026, Online Course

Applied Leadership, Track 3: Leading for Change

Change is the result of leaders maintaining focused effort around clearly defined strategy and desired results.

March 16-30, 2026, Online Course

Applied Leadership, Track 4: Leading for Success

Success is the result of leaders being highly disciplined to sustain a focused effort over time. Participants will learn the importance of consistency, strategic planning, and goal setting in achieving long-term success.

April 13-27, 2026, Online Course

Nonprofit Management and Grant Writing Certificate

Learn everything you need to know to be successful in the nonprofit sector. Further the ideals and goals of your nonprofit by learning to compete more effectively for members, media attention, donors, clients, and volunteers. Learn to prepare grant proposals that get solid results for your organization or charity.

December 31, 2025 to April 8, 2026, Online Course

Social Media Professional Certificate

The Social Media Professional Certificate is designed to provide you with the foundation and skill set needed in the evolving world of social media tools and strategies so they can be immediately applied in the workplace.

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Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Step into the next level of your IT career with the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) exam prep course. Build the skills to lead security strategy, manage risk, and protect organizations, all while preparing to earn one of the most respected certifications in the field. Your enrollment includes a prepaid exam voucher to help you confidently reach certification.

September 30, 2025 to November 5, 2025, Online Course