Technical Leadership Certificate

Lead Technical Teams and Projects with Greater Influence and Impact

Learn from experienced leaders while building expertise in leading technical teams, managing projects, and communicating effectively across organizations. Courses are offered live online and in person to fit your schedule. Register for the certificate to save 10% on program courses.

What You Will Learn

Lead and motivate technical teams in engineering and technology environments
Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to nontechnical stakeholders
Manage projects, priorities, and resources in fast-paced organizations
Influence decisions and navigate organizational dynamics without formal authority

Who Should Enroll

Engineers transitioning into leadership or management roles
Technical professionals responsible for leading projects or teams
Engineering managers and team leads seeking stronger leadership skills
Professionals who collaborate with engineering teams and technical stakeholders

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About the Certificate

Take 5 Elective Courses

Leading Change: People, Process, and Purpose

Oct. 14-16, 2026 - Live Online (E220) - $1,995

Coaching Skills for Technical Leaders

Nov. 3-4, 2026 - Madison, WI (E169) - $1,695

Decisionmaking as a Competitive Advantage: Choosing by Advantages (CBA)

Nov. 4-5, 2026 - Madison, WI (E103) - $1,495

Agile for Technical Teams: From Principles to Practice

Nov. 9-10, 2026 - Madison, WI (D600) - $1,495

Nov. 9-10, 2027 - Madison, WI (E011) - $1,495

Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader

Nov. 17-18, 2026 - Madison, WI (E125) - $1,595

Apr. 19-22, 2027 - Live Online (E199) - $1,595

Leadership Beyond Your Team: Managing Up and Across

Jan. 25-28, 2027 - Live Online (E439) - $1,695

May 17-18, 2027 - Madison, WI (E186) - $1,695

Financial Analysis for Technical Professionals, Managers, and Planners

Jan. 25-Feb 15, 2027 - Live Online (E222) - $1,795

Data Analytics for Technical Leaders

Feb. 22-25, 2027 - Live Online (E198) - $1,495

Principles of Engineering Project Management

Apr. 12-15, 2027 - Live Online (E400) - $1,795

Root Cause Analysis Tools for Technical Applications

Apr. 14-15, 2027 - Madison, WI or Live Online (E087) - $1,495

Effectively Managing Technical Teams

May 12-14, 2027 - Madison, WI (E185) - $1,995

Critical Conversations: Results-based Communication

May 19-20, 2027 - Madison, WI (E187) - $1,695

Tools and Tactics to Recover Troubled Projects

Jun. 15-16, 2027 - Madison, WI or Live Online (E017) - $1,495

Global Leadership for Technical Teams

Aug. 17-18, 2027 - Madison, WI or Live Online (E015) - $1,495

Applied Leadership for Performance Culture Available as a custom course.

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Certificate requirements

5 participating courses
Leadership Reflection: a written assessment applying knowledge from core concepts

Questions about fit or requirements? Contact the Program Director: Susan Ottmann >>Email Susan

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Upcoming Courses	October	November	January	February	April	May	June	August
Agile for Technical Teams: From Principles to Practice		11/9-11/10 Face-to-Face D600
Coaching Skills for Technical Leaders		11/3-11/4 Face-to-Face E169
Critical Conversations: Results-based Communication						5/19-5/20 Face-to-Face E187
Data Analytics for Technical Leaders				2/22-2/25 Live Online E198
Decisionmaking as a Competitive Advantage: Choosing by Advantages (CBA)		11/4-11/5 Face-to-Face E103
Effectively Managing Technical Teams						5/12-5/14 Face-to-Face E185
Financial Analysis for Technical Professionals, Managers, and Planners			1/25-2/15 Live Online E222
Global Leadership for Technical Teams								8/17-8/18 Live Online or Face-to-Face E015
Leadership Beyond Your Team: Managing Up and Across			1/25-1/28 Face-to-Face E439			5/17-5/18 Face-to-Face E186
Leading Change: People, Process, and Purpose	10/14-10/16 Live Online E220
Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader		11/17-11/18 Face-to-Face E125			4/19-4/22 Face-to-Face E199
Principles of Engineering Project Management					4/12-4/15 Live Online E400
Root Cause Analysis Tools for Technical Applications					4/14-4/15 Live Online or Face-to-Face E087
Tools and Tactics to Recover Troubled Projects							6/15-6/16 Live Online or Face-to-Face E017

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Courses may be taken in any order as they become available.

Most participants complete the certificate within 2 to 3 years, depending on individual schedules and course availability.

No. The certificate is designed for engineers and technical professionals who are transitioning into leadership roles as well as those already managing teams.

Yes. Participants receive Continuing Education Units (CEUs) upon successful completion of each course.

Yes. If you have already completed one of the required or elective courses, it may count toward the certificate requirements. Contact the Program Director to confirm eligibility and apply previously completed coursework to the program.

Yes. Organizations that plan to enroll multiple employees may be eligible for group discounts or employer billing arrangements. Contact the Program Director to discuss options for supporting professional development across your team.

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