As the practice and profession of diversity and inclusion continues to grow the goals of the Certificate in Diversity strategy are to help participants understand that diversity is in the similarities, as well as the differences among and between individuals at all levels of the organization and in society at large; that diversity contributes to a richness in the organization by having a variety of views, approaches, and actions to use in strategic planning, tactical planning, problem solving, and decision-making; and participants will understand the legal and statutory requirements for Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action.

This certificate program will help anyone with diversity responsibility gain the insight, skills, and tools needed to help organizations implement a strategic, long-term, sustainable approach to Diversity and Inclusion Management. The courses will introduce participants to the latest research in the discipline of diversity and inclusion and provide functional and relevant templates and tools to effectively plan and implement a sustainable diversity strategy.

Georgetown University's certificate program links continuing education in diversity and inclusion with practices in organization development. The Center for Continuing and Professional Education offers a distinctive and unique program in strategic planning in diversity that allows anyone with responsibility for diversity and inclusion to become more accomplished, qualified, and effective. The program emphasizes technical skills, effective communication, and strategic planning relevant to a wide variety of industries, sectors and disciplines. It is ideal for nonprofit, private sector, government, education and others.

Certificate Requirements:
To earn the Certificate in Diversity Strategy students must complete the six required courses within a two-year period.  Courses are offered in the fall and spring semesters.  Upon completion of the program, students receive a Certificate in Diversity Strategy from Georgetown University.

Program Prerequisites:
A bachelor's degree.

Additionally, all courses within this Certificate program are taught in English. Students must be comfortable reading, writing, speaking and listening in English, the language of instruction.

Objectives:
Gain insight, skills, and tools necessary to help organizations implement a strategic and sustainable approach to diversity and inclusion management;

Registration:
This certificate is an open enrollment program. You may register for individual courses by clicking on the course links below. No application is required.

More Information:
For more information or to speak with a program advisor, please complete the Request More Information Form, send an email to ccpediversityleadership@georgetown.edu, or call 202.687.7000.