L.E.A.D Certificate Program (Self-Paced)
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Transform your leadership skills with personalized, AI-powered learning and strategic decision-making techniques
Transform your leadership skills with personalized, AI-powered learning and strategic decision-making techniques
This program, developed in combination with cutting-edge AI technology, offers a personalized and engaging learning experience, allowing you to choose your preferred learning method at any time: reading, video, or interactive games. As you progress, you can adapt your course experience to your knowledge and confidence levels, ensuring an optimized learning journey tailored to your needs. Throughout each course, you will be prompted to reflect on your learning experience, providing valuable feedback that helps shape the course's content and delivery. By combining the power of AI, adaptive learning, and your active participation, this program ensures a transformative journey that equips you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel and lead.
Participants should expect to compete the program within one (1) year.
This is the recommended order, but some courses may be taken in a different order.
Unit 1 10 Hours
In today's dynamic work environment, effective leadership and the ability to foster collaborative teams are crucial skills. This course provides a comprehensive exploration of effective leadership, conflict management, multi-generational teamwork, and team development. Participants will gain a deep understanding of leadership styles, traits, as well as strategies for managing conflicts and leading teams. They will also learn about the benefits and challenges of working with multiple generations and how to foster collaboration within teams. Through engaging activities and real-world examples, participants will develop the essential skills needed to succeed as leaders in today's dynamic work environments.
Unit 2 10 Hours
This course will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles and practices necessary to succeed as an entrepreneur. It covers topics such as identifying market opportunities, creating business plans, developing effective marketing strategies, securing funding, managing risks, and fostering innovation to equip emerging leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship.
Unit 3 10 Hours
This course aims to enhance participants' ability to analyze complex problems, think critically, and make informed decisions. It covers topics such as logical reasoning, data interpretation, problem-solving methodologies, effective communication of analytical insights, and leveraging technology and tools for data-driven decision-making. The course equips learners with the essential skills and frameworks necessary to approach challenges systematically and think analytically in various personal and professional contexts.
Unit 4 10 Hours
This course aims to empower participants with the knowledge and techniques to make effective and well-informed decisions. It covers key aspects such as understanding decision-making models, evaluating risks and uncertainties, employing critical thinking, recognizing cognitive biases, and considering ethical implications. Through practical exercises and case studies, the course equips individuals with the confidence and skills to navigate complex choices, whether in personal or professional settings, leading to better outcomes and greater success.
Receive instruction from subject‑matter experts who bring proven government experience.
Courses that are regularly updated based on feedback and industry developments, ensuring versions are mapped to federal competencies.
The instructor was wonderful and so knowledgeable. The course materials were extremely relevant to what my job is. I feel like I can be better because of this class.
— 2025 student
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Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!
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Purchase group class vouchers at a discount for our regularly-scheduled group classes, or create a custom training program at your offices.
Since 1921, Graduate School USA has partnered with over 125 federal agencies and trained more than one million federal employees. Led by instructors with deep, real-world knowledge of federal regulations, policies, and practices, our private group programs are practical, mission-driven, and tailored to your agency’s objectives. We offer expertise across key federal domains—including human resources, financial management, acquisition and contracting, leadership, and more—to deliver training where and how your team needs it.
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Each installment is charged to your card on file every 30 days or before you begin your next class.
Installments | List Price | |
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$154.90 | 10% non-refundable deposit | -- |
$275.00 | Leadership (LEAD) (Self-Paced) | $275 |
$275.00 | Entrepreneurship (LEAD) (Self-Paced) | $275 |
$275.00 | Analytical Thinking (LEAD) (Self-Paced) | $275 |
$275.00 | Decision Making (LEAD) (Self-Paced) | $275 |
$1,549.00 | Total You Pay |
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