Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
The 12-credit graduate certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is designed for students seeking a broad focus on DEI, both in employee matters as well as in the policies and programs provided by government and nonprofit organizations serving the public.
Why choose a graduate certificate?
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Stackable credentials. The Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is a great way to explore graduate-level coursework and get a head start if you decide to continue into the Master of Public Administration.
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Flexible scheduling. You can complete the certificate program entirely online, in person or a hybrid option, depending on your schedule and needs. This program is 12 credits and can be completed in as little as one year.
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Professional networking. You’ll be part of engaging discussions with other career-minded students and faculty who are practitioners in their field.
- Enhanced career options. A number of local governments in the Baltimore metropolitan area have created offices with the charge of applying a DEI lens to their organizations’ outputs and outcomes. Completion of the DEI certificate from UBalt will increase your human capital, by providing the skills and competencies to assist state and local government organizations to undertake and improve this function.
Everything you need to know about the Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
Graduate Certificate Requirements (12 credits)
- PUAD 621 Human Resources Management in Public and Nonprofit Organizations
- PUAD 703 Urban Management
- PUAD 704 Managing Diversity
- CNCM 506 Understanding and Assessing Conflict
Admission Requirements
The following materials are required for admission into the Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) program:
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Online application. Complete and submit the online application and pay the $50 application fee. Questions about the application should be directed to the Office of Graduate Admission (410.837.6565).
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Personal statement. Detail your reasons for seeking a graduate certificate, your short-and long-term professional and personal goals, and how you think this certificate will help you achieve those goals. Please limit your statement to one page of text. Send the statement to documents@ubalt.edu.
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Official transcripts. Request that an official transcript of all prior college or university work (including graduate transcripts, if any) be sent directly from each institution attended. Applicants to the Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program are required to have a minimum GPA of 2.75. Transcripts can be sent electronically to documents@ubalt.edu.
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Letter(s) of recommendation. Have at least one professor or employer submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. The recommendation letter should be sent to documents@ubalt.edu.
- Resume. Send your current resume to documents@ubalt.edu.