Earn a widely recognized credential that distinguishes you as a public leader.
WashU at Brookings’s Certificate in Public Leadership(CPL) strengthens your ability to lead change in a complex, uncertain world. It also provides a network of professionals from across government who share your commitment to public service and offer a wealth of knowledge and resources.
Fifteen class units of credit are required to complete your certificate. You do not have to take courses in a specific order or finish the program within a certain time frame. Class credit is also conferred for any WashU at Brookings course taught at your agency.
Requirements
- Open to all U.S. federal, state and local government employees
- 15 total class units (a maximum of five units from policy courses can apply)
- Active class participation
Benefits
- Certificate from a highly regarded institution
- Deeper, broader leadership skills
- Connections with leaders from across government
- No deadline for program completion
- Interactions with Olin Business School faculty, Brookings scholars and other subject-matter experts
- Certificate holders qualify for 25% off all future executive education courses from WashU at Brookings and our partner WashU Olin Business School. Discounted seats are limited and subject to availability.
Note: You must be enrolled in the CPL to receive course credit for the certificate. There is no application or fee to enroll.
Course topics were right up my alley, particularly the subject matter and tools focused on leadership, ethics and innovation. My Brookings experience was exactly what I needed.
Certificate in Public Leadership recipient