Leadership and Management Development
Our Leadership and Management Development (LMD) courses are currently under review, and we are currently offering a limited number of courses.
We will be announcing 2 upcoming graduate certificates and diplomas, as well as a new set of micro-credentials in Leadership and Strategic Analytics. Please reach out to us through the “Get in Touch” form.
Athabasca University’s Leadership and Management Development (LMD) courses are designed for managers and professionals with significant work experience who are ready for further leadership development.
3 professional development LMD courses available for registration are:
| Course | Start date | End date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| LSLF 510: Strategic Leadership and Foresight | Jan. 4, 2027 | Jan. 31, 2027 | Dec. 6, 2026 |
| LNCR 565: Negotiation and Conflict Resolution | Feb. 1, 2027 | Feb. 28, 2027 | Jan. 3, 2027 |
| LLCR 511: Leading Creativity | March 29, 2027 | April 25, 2027 | Feb. 28, 2027 |
If you are interested in taking one or more of these courses, please email fbgradenrol@athabascau.ca for course fee and registration information.
Master of Business Administration
If you want to pursue your Master of Business Administration (MBA), 3 LMD courses may transfer for one 3-credit online elective in our online MBA for executives program. You must meet the entry requirements and be accepted into the MBA to receive this credit.
Leadership and Management Development courses
Athabasca University is pleased to offer all AU degree-holders 20% off our Leadership and Management Development courses!
Our team works with you to understand your development needs and offers a full range of solutions to meet each goal.
Individual benefits
Our online courses bring students together from a variety of industries and locations around the world. The asynchronous format allows you to interact with your classmates no matter where you are or what time zone you are in.
The courses are short—4 weeks long—and have set start and end dates. It is up to you when you complete your coursework during this time. You will receive a work plan with assignment deadlines to help keep you on track.
Our faculty, academic coaches, admissions coordinators, and learning services are available to help you learn effectively in the online environment.
Fully accredited and globally recognized
AU is a distance education leader not only in Canada, but also around the world. We are known as an innovator in international distance education and a trusted provider of online and distance learning.
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