What you will learn

Have you ever struggled with a problem and asked for help, only for the solution to be so simple that you think, “Why didn’t I come up with that?” Or perhaps you find it difficult to get the thoughts and ideas in your mind to translate accurately into written or verbal communications that are easy for others to understand? These two situations are very common, and the solutions are part of a unique skill set. The Strategic Thinking and Communication Certificate is designed to help you organize your thought processes and communication tactics in ways that make you more efficient and easier to work with. The aim of this program is to build an internal framework, transforming students’ ability to communicate effectively and to be more strategic leaders. 

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Sumbit the enrollment form

 

Enroll anytime!

1. Complete the Enrollment Form.
2. We'll add the Certificate to your curriculum in Banner and notify your academic advisor.
3. Complete 12 credit hours from the approved course list . We'll keep track of your progress in DegreeWorks.

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After you have completed all 12 credit hours

Complete a certificate application along with your degree application during your final semester, so that your certificate can be recognized on your transcript, and you will receive an official certificate with your diploma at graduation!

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Requirements

Successfully completing 4 courses (12 credit hours) is generally all you need to do to earn a certificate - in addition to the following requirements:

• You must complete your certificate before or by the time you graduate.
• You must maintain a 2.0 GPA.
• Two of the four courses must be taken at the USC Columbia campus.
• All four courses must be earned with a grade of C or better.

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