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Certificates & Professional Development

Set yourself apart with Gonzaga’s continuing education programs – featuring online and in-person options to learn new skills and take the next step in your career.

Professional Certificates & Programs

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Graduate Certificates

Earn master's level credits as you increase your knowledge, gain skills and take steps to transform your career. Through Gonzaga's graduate certificate programs, students can take master's courses and earn a standalone certificate without committing to a full master's degree upfront.

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Matt and Keva Sonderen, co-owners of Sonderen Packaging, are longtime supporters of ongoing Gonzaga Certificate education for their employees.

Certificates in Action

Companies Find Value in Employees' Growth

When employees improve their leadership skills, the organizations they work for benefit as well. See why Jubilant HollisterStier, Department of Transportation, Spokane International Airport and more are sending their workforce to Gonzaga's professional development programs year after year.

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Kim Hanna, a graduate of Gonzaga's Cerifiticate in Women's Leadership program.

Certificates in Action

Kim Hanna, CEO & Women's Leadership Graduate

Kim Hanna is stepping into a new role as the first female president of the International Cotton Association. "What I learned throughout the program helped give me the tools and the confidence needed to navigate the journey," she says.

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Anngie Zepeda, a graduate of Gonzaga's Certificate in Design Thinking program.

Certificates in Action

Anngie Zepeda, Program Manager & Design Thinking Graduate

While working for a nonprofit serving the Latino community, Anngie Zepeda enrolled in the Design Thinking program. “It changed my life’s vision,” she says of the experience. “I realized that everything can be solved if you go right to the main problem.

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Tienaya Sigmund-Godes, a graduate of Gonzaga's Women's Leadership program

Certificates in Action

Tienaya Sigmund-Godes, Advocacy Leader & Women's Leadership Graduate

For Tienaya Sigmund-Godes – a mother of six and a dedicated child care advocate – enrolling in the Women's Leadership program was "...one of the best decisions (she) ever made.” Today she's teaming up with child care leaders across the country and working for Alphy, a new social and learning network for women.

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Custom Services

Interested in one-on-one help or specialized support for your company or organization? CLL offers customized services including:

Leadership Speaking and Consulting
Our leadership experts are available to lead workshops, deliver keynote speeches and more.

Other Speaking and Consulting Requests
Contact CLL Director Rachelle Strawther at strawther@gonzaga.edu to connect with speakers and consultants from an array of disciplines.

Career Support for Alumni
Connect with coaching, events and resources to meet your career goals.

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Graduate Programs

Interested in taking your studies further? We offer 26 master's degrees, doctorate degrees in leadership studies and nursing, and a juris doctor degree through the School of Law. Online options available for many degrees.

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