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- Learn with experts in human development, personality psychology, cognitive science, and positive psychology.
- Receive observational feedback from master coaches
Unlock your future as a coach with Northwestern University's Organizational and Leadership Coaching Certificate (OLCC). Delve into a program where organizational dynamics meet transformative coaching practice, reflection drives growth, and self-awareness is the key to authentic leadership.
Keep reading to learn why Northwestern is the premier choice for coaching education, about the flexible paths available to you, and key dates to be aware of.
All paths lead to the same goal – mastering the nuanced understanding of how people in organizations learn and develop. Whether you're here for the graduate certificate, the full Master's, or the executive certificate, you'll benefit from a shared academic foundation under the prestigious Master’s in Learning & Organizational Change program.
A comprehensive four-course journey over 12 months, designed for students across the U.S. thanks to our unique course format.
Integrate the OLCC within the Master's in Learning & Organizational Change program, infusing your coaching expertise with a deeper dive into organizational dynamics.
Perfect for professionals seeking a concise, open-enrollment pathway to coaching excellence.
“This is the best education I could have received, because knowing myself is knowing how I can show up as a leader. This experience opened my eyes to the world of coaching. When I learned the practice of coaching, I realized my talents and passion were better suited for coaching, not consulting. ”
— Foram Sheth, OLCC 2016, MSLOC 2016
“A coach isn’t a “problem solver,” so more years doesn’t equal a stronger coach. Rather, the ability to create a safe space, actively listen, and observe/ challenge patterns in the way the client can hear it does. ”
— Shereen Sater, OLCC 2020, MSLOC 2021
Pursue a standalone certificate, earn a certificate alongside your MSLOC degree, or explore executive education options. Learn more.
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