Enhance Your Career with Inclusive Leadership Skills
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Diversity and Intercultural Competency at Indiana University Southeast is designed for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree and want to expand their expertise in equity, inclusion, and cultural understanding. Whether you're seeking to enhance your effectiveness in your current role or pivot toward work in diversity leadership, advocacy, or education, this certificate equips you with the tools to navigate complex social dynamics and foster inclusive environments in any industry.
Study Equity, Culture, and Inclusive Communication
Through interdisciplinary coursework, you'll examine the intersections of identity, power, and systemic inequality across local and global contexts. Topics may include race and ethnicity, gender and sexuality, global perspectives, intercultural communication, and social justice. The program emphasizes real-world application, giving you practical strategies for working across cultural boundaries, challenging bias, and leading with cultural intelligence.
Designed for Professionals and Career Changers
Courses are offered through a combination of in-person and online delivery to accommodate busy schedules. Whether you’re in the public sector, nonprofit work, healthcare, education, or business, this flexible format allows you to earn a specialized credential while maintaining your professional responsibilities. The certificate can also serve as a stepping stone toward graduate study.
Certificate Information
120 Credit hours
Minimum culumulative GPA of 2.0
Hybrid (combination of in-person and online classes)
Certificate requirements
Please visit the IU Southeast Bulletin website for specific certificate requirements.
Career Opportunities
This certificate strengthens your qualifications for roles in diversity and inclusion leadership, human resources, education, public policy, social services, healthcare, and international relations. In today’s global and interconnected world, organizations increasingly seek professionals who can build equity and understanding across differences—making this credential highly valuable.