# Emerging Leaders Institute (Certificate)

Merced College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: School of Business and Economics

Source: https://catalog.mccd.edu/schools/programs/school-business-economics/programs/emerging-leader-institute-co

The mission of the Merced College Management Program is to equip students with the skills necessary to advance in a management career. The Management Program prepares students for both the challenges and changes faced in the workplace today. Students can earn an A.A. Degree or Certificate of Completion or simply take classes for professional development growth.

The Emerging Leaders Institute is for high potential employees and new managers who are ready to focus on core leadership skills and who are poised to move up in their organization. Seasoned managers would benefit from this program as well, as they would refresh themselves with current and proven leadership strategies. The theme of the program is Employee Engagement. All courses will help equip leaders with the skills and strategies to engage their team.

## Program Student Learning Outcomes

A. Examine the key strategies that can engage employees in the workplace.

B. Analyze various elements that contribute to professionalism in the workplace.

C. Assess the various components that build trust between leaders and their followers.

D. Identify team member’s strengths to leverage the effectiveness of a team.

E. Examine values and how they influence our actions.

## Program Requirements

**Program Core: (4 Units)**

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MGMT-50A | Challenges of Leadership: Difficulty People/Tough Conversations | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50B | Values and Ethics | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50K | Generational Diversity: Managing Cross Generational Teams | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50L | Authentic Leadership: Know Yourself/Lead Your People | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50N | Employee Engagement | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50P | Emotional Intelligence | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50S | Leading With your Strengths | 0.5 |
| MGMT-51C | Leadership Essentials: What Emerging Leaders Need to Know | 0.5 |
| **Total** | | **4** |