Scientific communication and leadership
Certificate, graduate
Empower with data
With a graduate certificate in scientific communication and leadership, students will develop a strong foundation in data science, including data ethics, big data and the data science process. They will learn to find, clean and analyze data using RStudio and Tidyverse while refining their ability to conduct exploratory data analysis and apply predictive analytics. Additionally, they will enhance their professional communication skills, crafting strategic messages for diverse audiences using insights from science communication, mass media and psychology.
Beyond technical skills, students will explore leadership and management, from self-leadership to leading teams and organizations. They will examine decision-making, conflict management and motivation while gaining expertise in project management, financial analysis and business model design. This holistic approach prepares them to drive organizational change, foster innovation and align business strategies with scientific advancements.
Overview
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Analyze and succeed
Degree fit
- Work in science or technical fields and want to improve your communication skills.
- Are seeking to bridge the gap between scientific data and public understanding.
- Want to enhance leadership abilities while mastering effective communication in research, healthcare or policy.
- Are looking to develop skills in conveying complex ideas to diverse audiences.
Career outcomes
Current job openings
1,074 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
$84,729 - Marketing Managers
$150,480 - Public Relations Specialists
$72,734 - Writers and Authors
$48,481 - Producers and Directors • Media Programming Directors
$69,308
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Students pursuing a graduate certificate as a standalone program are not eligible for financial aid. However, students enrolled in a separate U of I graduate degree program may apply their financial aid or graduate funding toward a graduate certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@uidaho.edu or call 208-885-6312.
Application information
Applicants interested in pursuing a graduate level certificate as a standalone program are encouraged to submit a graduate application. A bachelor’s degree earned with a minimum 3.0 GPA in a similar or generally related field or a master’s degree is required for admission. Applicants who do not immediately meet the criteria above may still be admitted upon review by the academic program. The graduate application requires transcripts from post-secondary education (bachelor’s and master’s if applicable), a resume and a $30 application fee.
International graduate certificate applicants must meet the graduate admission English language proficiency requirement. International students admitted to a graduate certificate program as a standalone program are not eligible for F-1 or J-1 visa status.
Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application.
Graduate certificate application process for current U of I undergraduate students
Current undergraduate students who wish to earn a graduate academic certificate must be eligible to participate in graduate level courses (minimum requirements — senior standing and an overall GPA of at least 3.0). If the course is not being used for the undergraduate degree, the student should file a Course Level Adjustment form to reserve the course for the graduate transcript (maximum of 12 credits may be reserved for the graduate transcript). Once the student earns their bachelor’s degree they may apply as a graduate certificate seeking student and complete the certificate program.
Contact your academic advisor for additional information and support.
Graduate certificate application process for current U of I graduate students
Current graduate degree seeking U of I students will be required to fill out a Change of Curriculum form adding the graduate certificate as an additional curriculum. Students should obtain the proper signatures from the department and return this form to the College of Graduate Studies for processing.
U of I students who earned a master’s or a doctoral degree and wish to apply for a graduate certificate must submit a graduate Readmission application.
It is recommended that you consult with your major professor prior to selecting a graduate certificate to go concurrent with your graduate program.