UF/IFAS’s Online Certificate Program in Agricultural Leadership is for those looking to boost their leadership skills in the agriculture industry.

If you’re looking to get “the essential education required to cultivate effective leaders in the agricultural sector,” then UF/IFAS’s Online Certificate Program in Agricultural Leadership is for you. A UF/IFAS blog shared the details of this certification program. See them below.

Details of the Online Certificate Program in Agricultural Leadership

The UF/IFAS blog maintains “this program is a must for early-career professionals and emerging leaders in the industry.” Topics covered in the online Certificate Program in Agricultural Leadership include:

  • Interpersonal leadership
  • The five practices of exemplary leadership
  • Delivering effective presentations
  • Personal branding
  • Communication styles and active listening.

The article shared “The program is designed to be completed in an eight- to ten-week timeframe and is available entirely online and self-paced. The cost to enroll in the certificate is $550. This certificate offers flexibility and convenience for professionals looking to enhance their leadership skills without disrupting their busy schedules.” Those pursuing the certificate can go through the class at their own pace and at their convenience.

Christy Chiarelli, the director of the UF/IFAS Center for Leadership, was quoted in the blog as saying, “We recognize the need for strong leadership in the agricultural sector, especially as the industry continues to evolve. This certificate is tailored to equip the next generation of agricultural leaders with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed.”

Interested parties can register at https://ifas-cl.catalog.instructure.com/courses/foundations-of-agricultural-leadership.

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