Organizational Communication and Influence Certificate
This certificate program will be offered soon.
Communicate Clearly. Inspire Action.
The Certificate in Organizational Communication & Influence helps you become the person who can get ideas across, build trust, and drive progress. Core courses are designed to show you how to craft clear messages, listen actively, give constructive feedback, and design developmental experiences that stick, while an elective in negotiations, social responsibility, leadership, or team dynamics lets you tailor your approach.
Who Should Enroll?
Anyone who seeks to excel in a position where success depends on guiding people, resolving issues, and inspiring action. Open to students from all majors.
Career-Ready Skills
- Resolve workplace issues with confidence
- Design impactful learning experiences
- Guide teams and build trust across departments
- Facilitate meetings & handle tough conversations
- Shape a positive, trust-based workplace culture
- Deliver persuasive presentations
Program Structure
Required Courses
- MGMT 3301: Management Theory and Practice
- MGMT 3313: Organizational Communication
- MGMT 4356: Employee Training & Organizational Development
Electives (Choose One)
- MGMT 4326: Effective Negotiations
- MGMT 4327: Leadership
- MGMT 4334: Leading Teams
- MGMT 4371: Social Responsibility of Business
Career Paths
- Communication Specialist
- Training Specialist
- Project or Team Lead
- HR or Client Relations Coordinator
Become the voice that moves people forward.
Admission Requirements
Ready to submit your application to University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Business? Make sure you have what it takes as you begin the admissions process.
- How to Apply as a Freshman Student
- How to Apply as a Transfer Student
- How to Apply as an International Student
Cost Information
Start your college budget today with a look at possible costs for your degree from the UHCL College of Business.
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Deadlines for Applying
- Freshman Deadlines
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Fall
Priority - July 15
Final - August 1 -
Spring
Priority - November 1
Final - December 1 -
Summer
Priority - March 1
Final (Summer Session I & II) - May 1
- Transfer Deadlines
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Spring 2026Priority - December 1
Final - January 12 (Deadline Extended)
Returning UHCL Students - January 12 (Deadline Extended) -
Summer 2026Priority - May 1
Summer I Final - May 20
Summer II Final - June 26 -
Fall 2026Priority - August 1
Final - August 10
Returning UHCL Students - August 12
- International Deadlines
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Fall
Freshman Final Deadline - Apply by June 1
Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by July 15 -
Spring
Freshman Final Deadline - Apply by October 1
Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by December 15 -
Summer*
Freshman - Application Not Accepted for Summer Semester.
Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by May 1
*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.
For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.
Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
UHCL Online
Bayou Building, Room 1406
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-212-1611
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