Creative Business, Strategy & Leadership Certificate
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Lead Boldly in a World of Change

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What's the Next Step in Your Career Journey?

Whether you’re new to management, a team leader, or a seasoned executive, the ability to influence others and guide teams through ongoing transformation is essential to driving progress—both for your career and your organization.

The Creative Business, Strategy, and Leadership Certificate from Michigan State University helps you master the principles of strategy development, creative problem-solving, and change management. You’ll learn to build resilient, agile teams and apply innovative thinking to turn disruption into opportunity.

Empower your leadership journey and position yourself for continued success with this 100% online program.

At a Glance

100% Online
Instructor Led
5 Courses
24 Weeks
Next Start Date:
Classes are ongoing

Build Foundational Knowledge in Strategy Development and Innovation

Whether you’re looking to advance within your organization or chart a new course in your leadership journey, Michigan State University’s Creative Business, Strategy, and Leadership Certificate is designed to help emerging leaders strengthen their strategic and innovative thinking.

Through five focused courses, you’ll build a solid foundation in business strategy, creativity, and change leadership, equipping you with the tools to grow your career with confidence.

External Market Drivers and Disruptors
Developing Strategic Business Models
Transformational and Visionary Leadership
Developing a Creative Mindset
Strategic Negotiation

Ready to Make Your Mark
in Your Organization?

See how a world-class education from MSU’s Eli Broad College of Business can move your career forward with the strength of the Spartan community behind you.

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Learn from
the Management Leaders

Led by the top-ranked faculty and management researchers of MSU’s Broad College of Business, the Creative Business, Strategy and Leadership Certificate is designed to impact your personal and professional growth.

Faculty thought leaders will help you recruit and retain top talent, motivate high-performing teams, and shape a strong organizational culture that drives success.

Upon completion, you’ll earn a digital badge that showcases your achievement—instantly shareable across LinkedIn, social media, and professional platforms—to elevate your credibility and expertise.

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