Careers
Immerse yourself in leadership education that is powered by industry connections, and develop into a professional who thrives at change management. Oregon State's Graduate Certificate in Leading and Creating Change will prepare you for rewarding jobs with government agencies, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), nonprofits and community organizations, in addition to large associations and startup companies.
This program can also better equip you to begin your own entrepreneurial adventure. It is designed to complement your career experience and existing knowledge with a strong leadership and change-making skill set.
And being a student within OSU’s College of Agricultural Sciences comes with certain career advantages thanks to the college’s connections to extension service, its work in conservation and sustainability, and its long-standing relationships with federal agencies.
Additional career resources
As an added benefit, you’ll have access to Oregon State’s Career Development Center, which provides valuable resources to help you find lifelong career success and meaningful employment in a diverse world. The College of Agricultural Sciences also offers a multitude of job-related resources that will help you move forward in your career.
Important dates
See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.
Degree quick facts
* Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 18 quarter credits are equal to 12 semester credits.
† Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.
‡ You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.
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