2. Complete the development of a leadership certificate



Initiative Title2. Complete the development of a leadership certificate
Submitted in Previous Year(s)2020
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale

A leadership certificate, which could be done as a stand-alone certificate or as an attachment to another two-year degree, would be a positive marketing tool for the College.

It fits within the framework of IDS as it could make use of existing courses across academic departments, add several new ones, and link with current and new initiatives in the Students Services and CAPE areas.

It provides opportunities to recruit adult, professional students from the community seeking to advance as well as current students.  The importance of good leadership training is noted nationally (and internationally). Thus, this certificate could enhance our offerings, ensuring they are up to date with current community and national needs.

It could provide another offering for the HVEC and an opportunity to increase connections (through internship opportunities, etc.) with external partners.  All of this could enhance the image and reputation of the College and perhaps increase funding sources.

Consequences of this initiative not being funded

This could be a great means to recruit and retain students, which are College priorities.  It would enhance communication within and across various areas of the College.

It also could enhance the College's reputation and external connections.

Department Goals
Programs
LocationsMain Campus, Newburgh Campus
Estimated Completion Date08/01/2018
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?No
ImportanceHigh
Funding SourceRequest for Prioritization
Created11/21/2021 12:53 pm
Updated01/07/2022 12:36 pm

Institutional Goals

Goal How will the initiative support this institutional goal?
A leadership certificate would not only assist current students as an expansion of their experiences (and work with their first degree) but it also could be marketed to various non trad students who might want to advance in their chosen careers without committing to a full (or additional) degree.
This certificate would enhance critical thinking and communication.
This could be marketed to many private and public work environments to allow employees to seek leadership tracts within their chosen fields. It is an area in which the college currently does not capitalize.
This could enhance degrees currently offered by the college, which means expanding student growth.
We have faculty who could teach the courses within the certificate.
A leadership certificate would not only assist current students as an expansion of their experiences (and work with their first degree) but it also could be marketed to various non trad students who might want to advance in their chosen careers without committing to a full (or additional) degree.
A leadership certificate would not only assist current students as an expansion of their experiences (and work with their first degree) but it also could be marketed to various non trad students who might want to advance in their chosen careers without committing to a full (or additional) degree.
This certificate might well be marketed to businesses within the Newburgh area and generate new numbers.
This certificate would enhance students' learning within full degree and could meet short term goals of non traditional students who do not want an AA, AS or AAS but want some training to enhance their ability to move ahead in their careers.
A leadership certificate would not only assist current students as an expansion of their experiences (and work with their first degree) but it also could be marketed to various non trad students who might want to advance in their chosen careers without committing to a full (or additional) degree.
A leadership certificate would not only assist current students as an expansion of their experiences (and work with their first degree) but it also could be marketed to various non trad students who might want to advance in their chosen careers without committing to a full (or additional) degree.
This certificate could be marketed to many businesses in the area, allowing for new partnerships.
This certificate could be marketed to many businesses in the area, allowing for new partnerships.
This certificate could be marketed to many businesses in the area, allowing for new partnerships.
We have personnel to teach the courses within this certificate and could easily create the few new courses needed.
Leadership skills are valued in most industries, though not necessarily taught. We could move into a new market of working people who might want a short-term option to grown within their chosen fields.
This certificate could be marketed to many businesses in the area, allowing for new partnerships.
This degree could assist those students seeking traditional degrees by expanding their experiences. It also could appeal to non traditional students who want only to take a few courses to improve their abilities to move up in their chosen fields.
This certificate cold be completed in alternate scheduling formats (weekends, online, at a work environment, etc)

Action Steps

Action Step Responsible Party Order
Finish the program requirements IDS Advisory Board 1
Write the courses still needed to finish the certicate IDS Advisory Board 2
Ensure a clear pathway for students to receive credits for life experiences, including I Am A Leader and EXCELL IDS Advisory Board (including S. Harpst) 3
Meet with other department chairs, S. Harpst and CAPE to ensure all needs are met IDS Advisory Board 4

Expected Outcomes

Outcome Order
Increased enrollment, including of non-traditional students 1
Increased connections across departments and areas of the College 2
Increased connections with external constituents 3

Assessment Methods

Method Description Other Method Responsible Party
Focus Groups A series of structured discussions with students who are asked a series of open-ended questions designed to collect data about beliefs, attitudes, and experiences. IDS Advisory Board

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST: $750.00
RECURRING COST: $0.00

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Marketing

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Market the new certificate within the college and to businesses; now sure of costs/tools needed $750.00
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Prioritization

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2. Complete the development of a leadership certificate
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