SSL 300 - Excellence Tier (Level 3) - Certificate in Engineering Leadership

Course Description

The Excellence Tier is the third level of the Certificate in Engineering Leadership, a 3-year co-curricular certificate program from the Schulich School of Engineering. 

The Excellence Tier takes place during the Fall & Winter semesters of every school year. Through engaging in core workshops and self-directed modules, students will learn skills to be a transformational leader and project manager; topics include: tactical empathy, negotiation, personal brand and presentation skills, teamwork and leadership. 

Students participate in events & workshops, which take place on average once a month. These workshops and events are typically 1.5 - 2 hours, offered both virtually, in-person, and online, asynchronously. Total involvement hours are approximately 20.

By fulfilling requirements, students can:

• earn a digital badge for the successful completion of the Excellence tier (can be displayed on LinkedIn/resume)
• earn a Certificate of Recognition by participating in all 3 tiers/levels of the program (Foundations Tier, Development Tier, Excellence Tier)
• continue their leadership learning and development

Excellence Tier, Engineering Leadership Program components:

• Kickoff event
• 6 core workshops
• 2-term reflections & surveys
• Full-day conference (a Saturday in March/April)

Notes

REGISTRATION:

First time users will be asked to login or create a new account. Under "Known UCID / Other Names on Record (if any)" please make sure to input your UCID. This is critical with ensuring that you are registered properly and can access the leadership course on D2L.

Registration for the 2025-2026 year occurs by enrolling in SSL 300 - 005: Excellence Tier (Level 3).

Registration is free and the deadline to register is Friday, Sept. 26 @ 11:59 pm.

Any questions? E-mail schulich.leadership@ucalgary.ca