Lead with Purpose. Serve with Integrity.
Gonzaga’s fully online Graduate Certificate in Servant Leadership program is designed for professionals who aspire to lead with empathy and vision.
This certificate guides you through the fundamentals of Servant Leadership, a leadership philosophy by Robert Greenleaf who emphasized a serving-first approach to leadership grounded in the fundamental respect for the dignity of the human person.
Gonzaga University was the first academic institution in the country to offer a graduate course in servant-leadership and leadership theorist Peter G. Northouse has recognized Gonzaga as one of the prominent leaders in the field of servant-leadership studies.
What You’ll Learn
- Ethical Leadership
- Emotional Intelligence
- Service-Oriented Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Discernment
Whether you're seeking to enhance your leadership skills, exploring a new career path or preparing for a master’s degree, this certificate offers a flexible, high-impact learning experience grounded in values-based leadership.
Why Choose This Certificate?
- 100% Online & Flexible: Designed for working adults, complete the instructor-led, asynchronous courses on your time
- Stackable Credential: Apply credits toward a future M.A. in Organizational Leadership
- Expert Faculty: Learn from nationally recognized servant leadership scholars
- Career-Ready: Gain skills valued by top organizations like Starbucks, REI, and Southwest Airlines
This Program is Ideal for:
- Mid-career professionals seeking leadership development
- Managers and team leaders in mission-driven organizations
- Career starters who want to gain proficiency leading teams
- Individuals exploring graduate education without a full degree commitment