Certificate (ECIL,CIL)Certificate (ECIL, CIL)
The two certificate programs differ mainly in their intensity and length oftime for completion, as well in the final scholarly paper requirement. Just as in the MIL program, the certificate courses are taught entirely online, and students are responsible for ensuring they have regular access to the internet via a computer capable of handling the demands of the online program.
Brochure - Certificates in Intercultural Leadership (ECIL, CIL)
Application - Certificates in Intercultural Leadership (ECIL, CIL)
Executive Certificate in Inter-cultural Leadership (ECIL)
Part-time program of study (5 semesters, 15-18 credit hours)
The ECIL requires participants to complete one course (threecredits) per semester with a passing grade. Qualified studentsmay enroll for two courses during one semester, with the instructor’s approval.Independent Study and Scholarly Paper (1 semester, no credits)
The ECIL follows the MIL in requiring students to conduct independent study and to write a scholarly paper. In the second spring semester, students will apply the precepts they havelearned in the previous semesters in analyzing a particular issue that interests them, and in writing a paper that explores the causes, effects, and possible solutions to the issue.Culmination (Defense/Presentation and Graduation)
A successful defense, with a presentation of the accepted paper,will end in the student graduating from the program. The defense and presentation may be accomplished via the internet, but students who are able may travel to Honolulu to defend and present in person. This step offers students the opportunity toexhibit understanding of the precepts covered in the course of study, and to demonstrate their mastery of the subject in the form of an effective Scholarly Paper.
Certificate in Inter-cultural Leadership (CIL)
Part-time program of study (3 semesters, 9-12 credit hours)
The CIL requires participants to complete one course (three credits) per semester with a passing grade. Qualified studentsmay enroll in two classes during one semester, with the instructor’s approval. There is no requirement for a semester of independent study and a scholarly paper.