Prominence in Leadership

For more information and to register visit the Office of Micro-Credentials

Admission Criteria

Current UB students seeking admission to the Prominence in Leadership micro-credential should submit the Global Programs application form.

MGB 359LEC - Leadership Development I Part 1 Credits: 1
MGB 360LEC - Leadership Development I Part 2 Credits: 1
MGB 361LEC - Leadership Development II Credits: 1
Electives (6 credits) completed from any of the following: graduate-level courses, internship, global experience/study abroad, or research project.

Oral presentation/defense of personal leadership journey: You will submit a comprehensive reflective editorial document and e-portfolio based on your three semesters of reflective work, including the competencies and behaviors you have developed. You will summarize your experiences in a three-minute audio presentation and present an oral defense to a panel and peers about your leadership development journey. Feedback is captured from peers (anonymously) to determine your level of engagement and growth.

Full-time UB School of Management Undergraduate Honors students
University Honors College management majors receive admissions preference, provided you meet the overall GPA requirement of 3.5 or better
You must submit a completed Honors program application by Sept. 30 of your junior year to be interviewed
Upon successful completion of the interviews, interviewers will submit their recommendations to a selection committee for further review. The committee looks for engagement, interest and developmental readiness

After completing the Prominence in Leadership micro-credential, students will be able to:

Improve self-awareness and identification through assessments, journal reflections and mentoring
Strengthen leadership development competencies through understanding and action-learning
Acquire tools to enhance soft skills such as creative problem solving, diversity training, integrity practice, given and receiving feedback
Expand their profession network
Serve their community and others