Leadership means inspiring and empowering people to achieve common goals. It is not just about managing tasks, but above all about leading people. Modern managers must be able to act flexibly, empathetically and with foresight in order to successfully lead teams through changes and challenges.
The Leadership Certificate opens up a wide range of career opportunities for you. You can work in various areas, including
The certificate programme "Leadership - effective leadership" at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences prepares you specifically for the challenges and requirements of modern managers. In a dynamic world in which digital transformation, globalisation and social change are shaping everyday working life, managers are needed who can not only act efficiently and strategically, but also lead with humanity and empathy. This certificate provides you with the necessary knowledge and practical skills to successfully lead teams, shape change processes and make ethically sound decisions. The practical training and interdisciplinary approach enable you to apply the content you have learnt directly in your professional environment.
The Leadership certificate programme offers you a comprehensive and practice-oriented education that optimally prepares you for management tasks in various industries. The modular structure allows you to adapt the programme to your interests. The programme content includes
The certificate programme is aimed at ambitious specialists and managers as well as Bachelor graduates who wish to expand their leadership skills. The programme is particularly suitable for those who have already gained initial management experience or would like to prepare themselves for a management role.
The certificate in "Leadership - effective leadership" opens up numerous career opportunities for you. The competences and skills you acquire are in demand in many areas and give you access to responsible management positions. Typical professional fields are
The certificate you obtain not only qualifies you for management tasks in your current professional field, but also offers you the opportunity to move into new sectors and areas of responsibility. The close integration of theory and practice as well as the focus on the latest developments in the field of leadership will make you a sought-after expert on the labour market.
Proof(s) of completion
DegreeCertificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) "Leadership - leading effectively"
RecognitionThe course is state-recognised and imparts practical knowledge that is highly valued for management positions.
Scope of the certificate programme20 ECTS credit points / consisting of classroom and online courses, group work/intervision, self-study, supervision and module examinations.
Module examinations: written and oral
Regulations applicable to the degree programme (published in the Official announcements of the HSN) and other guidelines:
The "Leadership - effective leadership" certificate programme at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences offers you a unique combination of practical training, individual support and state-of-the-art teaching methods. You benefit from:
The Federal Ministry of Education and Research offers a direct funding option via the Foundation for the promotion of talented young people in vocational training. All related information can be found at: www.sbb-stipendien.de
Current is the Online application for the Advancement scholarship - the study grant for experienced professionals possible again.
Prospective and current students can until Monday, 9 June 2025 apply for an advancement scholarship. The Scholarship programme of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research supports skilled workers with vocational training and several years of practical experience in their first academic degree programme.
Detailed information on the advancement scholarship
For a Full-time study programme scholarship holders receive 992 euros per month plus 80 euros book allowance (i.e. a total of 1,072 euros) and 3,045 euros per calendar year for part-time study. The benefits are a lump sum and independent of income.
In addition, there is an extensive non-material supportThe scholarship holders can take part in numerous seminars on various topics. In addition, there are regional groups on site and a digital network through which they can network and exchange ideas with each other.applications are possible before the start of the programme and until the end of the second semester. There is no age limit for applications.
If you have any questions about your application, our application counselling team will be happy to assist you. Our colleagues can be contacted by e-mail () or by telephone on 0228 / 62931 -43 or -51.
In addition, the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, in cooperation with the employment agencies, offers a digital training guides to.
In some cases, employers contribute to the costs of a continuing education Master's degree programme / certificate programme / continuing education course. These in turn have the opportunity to Company-specific subsidies to obtain. When talking to your employer, please feel free to refer to the Employer service of the employment agency.
Costs for further training can, for example, be recognised as income-related expenses, tax deductible be made. You can obtain advice on this from the tax office.
We would be delighted if this compilation helps you to find a suitable funding opportunity for your further academic education at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
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