Certificate Programs
Fall 2026
Learning & Development proudly offers Certificate Programs -- multi-week, interactive workshop series that introduce practical tools and enable immediate application to real workplace challenges and opportunities. Through each program, participants expand their toolkit and network to leverage throughout their career. Enrollment is open to Columbia staff/faculty, as well as members of our affiliate institutions. For our affiliates, please email [email protected] to express interest in registering.
Management Development Program (MDP)
Fall 2026 Dates: Tuesdays, September 22 - November 17, 2026 | 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Program Structure: 8 full-day sessions; in-person (Manhattanville campus)
Learn day-to-day people management skills to increase personal and team effectiveness. MDP is aimed at building greater self-awareness and essential skills to better manage people and work processes. The program offers managers core tools, practices and strategies for building a peer network to enable their team’s success.
Cultivating Leadership Presence (CLP)
Fall 2026 Dates: Thursdays, October 22 - December 10, 2026 | 9:30AM - 12:30PM
Program Structure: 7 half-day sessions; in-person (Manhattanville campus)
Learn how to customize your message, make a positive impression and present with greater impact using effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques. CLP is aimed at improving self-awareness, building confidence in personal leadership and public speaking skills.
Additional Programs We Offer
The following are additional Certificate Programs offered through Learning & Development. Complete the Interest Form below to be contacted the next time one of these programs is available for registration.
Emerging Leaders Program (ELP)
Program Structure: 7 full-day sessions
Learn practices to create a vision, execute strategy, help lead change and inspire others. ELP is aimed at developing the mindset, skillset, and toolset of individual contributors and managers growing into a leadership role.