Certificate Benefits

Have you ever struggled with a problem and asked for help, only for the solution to be so simple that you think, “Why didn’t I come up with that?” Or perhaps you find it difficult to get the thoughts and ideas in your mind to translate accurately into written or verbal communications that are easy for others to understand? These two situations are very common, and the solutions are part of a unique skill set. The Strategic Thinking and Communication Certificate is designed to help you organize your thought processes and communication tactics in ways that make you more efficient and easier to work with. The aim of this program is to build an internal framework, transforming students’ ability to communicate effectively and to be more strategic leaders. 

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Certificate Interest Form

 

Academic Bulletin Course Listings

 

 

How It Works

1. Let us know you're interested by completing a Strategic Thinking and Communications Interest Form.
2. After reviewing with your academic advisor, we'll add the Certificate to your curriculum in Banner.
3. Complete 12 credit hours from the course list above. We'll keep track of your progress in DegreeWorks.
4. Complete a Certificate Application along with your degree application during your final semester.
5. Be recognized on your transcript, your commencement program, and by official certificate. Be all the more prepared for the career you want!

Requirements

• The certificate must be completed concurrently with your undergraduate degree and it cannot delay graduation. 
• A minimum institutional GPA of 2.0 must be maintained.
• Two of the four required courses must be taken at the USC Columbia campus.
• All coursework that applies to the certificate must be earned with a grade of C or better.