
About the Leadership & Management Certificate Program
There are many perspectives on what defines effective leadership. If you believe that leadership is not only possible but essential at every level of an organization, this program is designed for you. Whether you're a supervisor, manager, team or project leader, or an individual seeking to strengthen your leadership and management capabilities, this certificate program offers practical strategies and insights to help you lead with confidence and impact.
Leadership is not defined by title or position—it is the ability to inspire and influence others, articulate a clear vision, and guide teams toward achieving shared goals. This program focuses on developing the key competencies that drive effective leadership and organizational success.
This program is offered in Portsmouth and UNH Manchester. The core program consists of one of two required options, plus three electives chosen from a variety of topics. The program provides an opportunity for you to explore the attributes of leadership and management that will enhance your skills, knowledge, and capabilities as a leader. You are required to complete the program within two years. For those wishing to complete the program sooner, sufficient topics are offered each year.
- Completion of one (1) of the two "required" workshops below:
Leadership Excellence
NEW! Leading Organizational Change - Completion of three (3) "elective" workshops, listed below *
- Enrollment in the Leadership & Management Certificate program. To enroll in the certificate program, add the "Certificate Enrollment fee" to your cart at checkout when signing up for any of the elective workshops (an additional, one-time fee of $50).
Upcoming Workshops
- Strategic Planning | June 11 | Portsmouth
- Redesign Your Life Workshop and Retreat for Women | June 12 & 13 | Portsmouth- Carey Cottage
- Designing Your Career Path: Strategies for Personal and Professional Growth | June 13 | Live Online
- Stepping up to Supervisor | June 17 | Portsmouth
- NEW! Uncover Your Leadership Identity & Evaluate Your Impact with Personalized AI Insights | June 18 | Live Online
- Enhancing Performance and Accountability | June 18 | Manchester
- Basic Employment Law: What Every Manager and Supervisor Should Know | June 20 | Live Online
- Elevate Your Influence: Advanced Techniques for Constructive Conversations | June 24 | Portsmouth
- Becoming an Employee Whisperer | June 26 | Manchester
- The Power of Peer Coaching: Principles and Effective Practices | July 16 | Portsmouth
- The Actor's Approach to Authentic Communication | July 24 | Portsmouth
- Embracing Change: Understanding and Navigating Life's Transitions | September 11 | Portsmouth
- How to Manage without Micromanaging | September 16 | Manchester
- Finance for Non-Financial Managers | September 17 | Portsmouth
- The Actor's Approach to Authentic Communication | September 18 | Manchester
- Creating Meaningful Connections Through Focused Conversation | September 24 | Manchester
- Designing Your Career Path: Strategies for Personal and Professional Growth | September 26 | Live Online
- Elevate Your Influence: Advanced Techniques for Constructive Conversations | September 29 | Manchester
- From Conflict to Collaboration | September 30 | Portsmouth
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®: New Version Just Released! | October 1 & 2 | Portsmouth
- Leadership Excellence | October 7, 14 & 21 | Portsmouth
- The Mindful Woman Leader | October 8 | Manchester
- Stepping Up to Supervisor | October 9 | Portsmouth
- Talent Acquisition 101: From Basics to Best Practices | October 9 | Manchester
- Basic Employment Law: What Every Manager and Supervisor Should Know | October 10 | Portsmouth
- How to Build & Sustain Successful Internship Programs | October 14 | Manchester
- The Influence Advantage: Shaping Attitudes for Success | October 15 | Portsmouth
- Leadership Skills for Supervisors: From Boss to Role Model, Coach, and Mentor | October 16 | Portsmouth
- Applying Positive Psychology to Build a High Performing Workplace | October 17 | Portsmouth
- Blazing Her Own Path Forward | October 29 | Manchester
- Reduce Turnover and Increase Productivity with “Help Me Help You Help Us” Conversations | October 30 | Live Online
- The Voice of Today's Woman Leader | November 3 | Portsmouth
- Leading Organizational Change | November 3, 10 & 17 | Manchester
- The Power of Words: Creating a Gossip Free, Trust Filled Workplace | November 4 | Manchester
- Boosting Your Emotional Intelligence | November 4 | Portsmouth
- Strategic Planning | November 5 | Manchester
- Powerful Presentations: Tips and Tools for Developing Content and Confidence | November 5 | Portsmouth
- Compassion is Good for Business | November 6 | Manchester
- Finance for Non-Financial Managers | December 3 | Live Online
- Stepping Up to Supervisor | December 3 | Manchester
- Bridging the Generational Gap: Thriving on Multi-Generational Teams | December 3 | Portsmouth
- Balancing Workplace Priorities and Demands | December 9 | Live Online
- The ABCs of Managing an Effective Volunteer Program | March 5 & 6 | Live Online
Frequently Asked Questions
Each individual workshop varies in cost. You may view the tuition price of each workshop by following the links above. Payment when registering can be completed on a class-to-class basis, or all together. There is also a one time $50 certificate administration fee.
Select your workshop(s) above and continue to "Enroll Now." Follow the steps provided to register for the workshop and reserve your seat. To enroll in the certificate program, add the "Certificate Enrollment fee" to your cart at checkout when signing up for any of the elective workshops.
We highly recommend registering for these workshops early as they tend to fill up. Some workshops may have limited seats/spots available. Enrollment may close up to five days prior to the workshop start date.
You may view the location of each workshop above and/or when registering for a workshop. Specific directions to the workshop location will be provided upon registration or can be found here.
If the workshop you are registering for is listed as "Live Online," the workshop will take place in a live virtual format via Zoom. More information will be provided upon registration.
For specific information and necessary materials, please view the individual workshop page for the workshop you would like to register for. You may be required to have certain materials and/or applications downloaded to participate in the workshop. Reminders about this will be provided via email upon registration. You may also contact us with any questions.
This may be due to the workshop being at maximum capacity, canceled, or not currently scheduled. We recommend checking back routinely for updates. You may also contact us for further information.

CONTACT:
Zainab Qari, Senior Program Manager
603-641-4350
zainab.qari@unh.edu