Leadership Certification Program
Program Overview and Eligibility
- Open to managers with at least one full-time direct report
- Newly hired and promoted managers are automatically enrolled
- Participants are encouraged to begin within six months of starting a leadership role
LCP is designed to strengthen core leadership capabilities, support long-term professional growth and ensure leaders are equipped to build engaged, high-performing teams.
Program Update
As of February 23, 2026, the LCP curriculum has been refreshed to reflect current leadership best practices and workplace needs. The updated program emphasizes practical, high-impact leadership skills and real-world application for today’s workplace.
Program Structure and Requirements
The program now includes the following required courses:
Most courses are offered in both in-person and virtual formats. Credit is automatically applied across modalities (virtual or in-person), as completing a course in one modality grants credit for the same course in the alternate modality.
Credit for Previously Completed Courses
If you started LCP before the 2026 update:
- Most previously completed courses still count toward certification
- Course equivalencies have been established and are automatically tracked in Workday
Course Equivalency Guide
| Former Course | New Equivalent Course(s) |
|---|---|
| Communication: Connect Through Conversation (Virtual & In-Person) | Leading with Clarity & Connection (Virtual & In-Person) |
| Addressing Poor Performance (Virtual & In-Person) | Leading with Emotional Intelligence (Virtual & In-Person) and Building & Sustaining Psychological Safety (Virtual & In-Person) |
| Coaching: Move People Forward (Virtual & In-Person) | Coaching for Performance and Development (Virtual & In-Person) |
| Resolving Workplace Conflict (Virtual & In-Person) | Driving Conflict Resolution and Mediation as a Leader (Virtual & In-Person) |
| Developing Yourself and Others (Virtual & In-Person) | LDE Next Level: Developing a Growth Mindset |
| Delegation: Engage and Empower People (Virtual & In-Person) | Strategic Delegation and Empowerment (Virtual & In-Person) |
Planning Your Path
To stay on track:
- Review updated program requirements
- Check your completed LCP courses in Workday by following the steps below:
- Log into Workday
- Select Menu (top left)
- Select Learning
- Select My Learning
- Select the Leadership Certification Program
- View your completed courses
- Plan remaining coursework based on equivalencies
These updates ensure your previous work continues to count while aligning your learning with current leadership practices.
Questions and Registration
Questions: ldeteam@brown.edu