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DEI in Leadership Certificate | OTIE

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Leadership Certificate

The Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence, in collaboration with Miami Online, Professional Education, is excited to announce the launch of Miami's internal offering of out award-winning online DEI course.

The course is now available for free to Miami faculty, staff, and graduate students. The course, and specific modules in the course, may also be a great way to meet diversity and inclusion related goals in performance evaluations. Miami participants can select from available modules, or complete all modules and receive an Accredible Badge after completing the course.

Facilitated by Miami faculty and staff with expertise on the 15 topics covered in the individual modules, this at-your-own-pace course is ideal for those in leadership positions and aspiring leaders, as well as those interested in actively promoting more inclusive workplaces through knowledge and strategies.

These modules reflect our commitment to provide resources to support and strengthen an inclusive Miami community for all. 

Spring Deadlines:

Registration: Now Open

Course Closes: June 30, 2025

Module Topics:

  • Bias, Stereotypes, and Microaggressions
  • Race and Anti-Racism
  • LGBTQ+ Identities
  • Ableism and Inclusion
  • Allyship and Anti-Racism
  • Religious Diversity in the Workplace
  • Cultural Intelligence
  • Strategies for Workplace Inclusiveness
  • Intercultural Communication in a Globalized World
  • Healthcare Inequities and Inclusion
  • Age and Ageism
  • Indigenous Perspectives: Miami Nation
  • Emotional Well-Being
  • Masculinities in the Workplace
  • Intergroup Dialogue

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I get started?

A: The course — free to Miami faculty, staff, and graduate students through Miami’s online course catalog — can be accessed with Miami credentials. Click on "Browse catalogs" at the top right and choose Faculty/Staff in the drop-down menu. Select Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Leadership Certificate.

Q: Who can take the DEI In Leadership Certificate?

A: Miami University faculty, staff and graduate students can take the course created for Miami University for free.

Alumni, community members, or external organizations, sign up for the Award Winning DEI In Leadership Certificate to advance your Inclusive Excellence goals.

Q: When is the deadline for registration?

A: Registration ois open until June 30.

Q: What is the deadline to complete the DEI in Leadership modules?

A: Modules must be completed by June 30. The site will close and access will be declined after June 30. This certificate initiative is developed so each individual can complete at your own pace. Register by June 30 and complete by June 30.

Q: After completion will I receive a certificate?

A: As a Miami University faculty, staff or graduate student once you complete all modules during one session you will receive a certificate after your completion.

Q: I did not complete all of the modules, however, I would like to share with my supervisor the modules I have completed, where can I get this information?

A: When you register for the course, opt in to receive emails in Canvas  and you will receive an email after successful completion of each module. This can be screenshot or printed off to share with a supervisor and for your records.

Q: How many hours does it take to complete the modules?

A: There are 14 modules and it takes 45 minutes to complete each module.

Q: I’ve completed modules during a previous semester and I did not receive the certification, can I register for the course to complete the remaining modules?

A: Yes, you may return to Miami’s Course Catalog to register and complete the modules, however, you will not receive a certificate. Turn on your email notification in Canvas to receive a confirmation email after your successful completion of each module. 

Q: I’ve already completed the certificate, can I register to complete the additional modules?

A: Yes, you may return to Miami’s Course Catalog to register to complete the new modules. The modules are free for Miami University faculty, staff and graduate students.

Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence

Our mission is to empower each student, staff, and faculty member to promote and become engaged citizens who use their acquired knowledge and skills with integrity and compassion to improve the future of the community and the world.

Contact Us

M. Cristina Alcalde, Ph.D. 
Vice President, Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence
Hanna House
513-529-1715
vpDiversity@MiamiOH.edu