Certificate in Engineering Leadership
Graduate with a certificate. Complete all three levels and earn a certificate of recognition.
Boost your skills, build your future
- Designed to prepare future-ready engineers by building confidence, communication, and the mindset needed to lead teams, solve problems, and make a lasting impact.
- Connect with industry professionals through interactive business-style training workshops.
- Enhance your resume and stand out in internship and job applications.
- Get recognized with digital badges and a non-credit Certificate of Recognition.
Program Structure
Theme: Foundational Leadership. Learn self-awareness, leadership styles, time management, and effective communication and teamwork.
For undergrad students in any year who are new to the program and first-year students taking ENGG 200 leadership seminars. *
Note: To pass Tier 1 of the certificate, you need to pass ENGG 200 or complete the Tier 1 self-directed modules. Questions? email us at schulich.leadership@ucalgary.ca.
Theme: Team Leadership. Learn about strategic networking, difficult conversations, leading a collaborative team, and conflict resolution.
Note: This tier is for students who have completed Tier 1: Foundations.
Theme: Transformational Leadership. Learn about leading a team with empathy, negotiation, personal brand, presentation skills, and inclusive leadership.
Note: This tier is for students who have completed Tier 1: Foundations and Tier 2: Development.
I thoroughly enjoy every aspect of the program and the wide variety of session topics and guest speakers we get. It feels like a privilege to be able to have a program such as this, and I'm excited for next year!
Aquin G.
CEL Participant
Certificate Core Components
- 6 Core Workshops per year (1.5 hrs each; offered twice for flexibility during evenings)
- Bonus Workshops & the possibility to complete make-up assignments
- Kickoff Event & Self-reflections
- Engineering Leadership Conference: 25+ speakers, panels, keynotes & workshops, 250+ attendees expected
It was one of my best academic decisions to take this certificate. I have learned so many skills that I have already been applying, and I know I will apply them soon in a professional setting.
Thalia E.
CEL Participant
Additional information
If you are new to the Certificate in Engineering Leadership and not currently enrolled in ENGG 200 or did not pass ENGG 200 in a previous year, you can register through the UCalgary Continuing Education site.
Students who are returning to the Certificate in Engineering Leadership (formerly the Engineering Leadership Program) can contact us about re-joining the program.
Engineering Leadership Conference
Save the date! March 21, 2026
Step into a world where engineering expertise meets impactful leadership! The Annual Schulich Engineering Leadership Conference is your gateway to connecting with trailblazing industry professionals and community engineering leaders who are shaping the future of the profession. Join us to explore inspiring presentations on career growth, professionalism, career readiness, engineering trends and the vital role of leadership in engineering.
Check the Conference program for 2025.
