
Dr. Ranajoy Ray-Chaudhuri
Graduate Program Coordinator for DEIB
Muhlenberg College's Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) is designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to promote equity and inclusion in various professional and personal contexts. The program's curriculum covers topics such as social justice, cultural competence, and allyship. It is ideal for individuals who want to advance their knowledge and skills in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in their workplace, community organizations, and other settings. The program can be completed online and in as little as a year, making it accessible and flexible for working professionals.
Prospective students must have completed an undergraduate degree at an accredited institution. Students admitted to a graduate certificate will have the following:
Duration
The program consists of five modules, each running for eight weeks. Each module pairs two four-week “mini-courses” linking theory to practice.
Learning Modality
Online, virtual learning consisting of synchronous and asynchronous activities with one on-campus symposium during the fall and spring semesters.
Students may complete the first three courses in the DEIB curriculum to receive the DEIB Foundations Certificate. This certificate is stackable to be transitioned to the full certificate and eventually a Master's in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
Program Learning Outcomes
1. Students will understand the historical, social, and political roots of racism and challenge current systemic inequalities in local, national, and global contexts through multiple perspectives.
2. Students will understand and further develop the ethical, legal, and economic rationale for DEI in the workplace and communities.
3. Students will understand and challenge the psychological processes that create and maintain cultural stereotypes and biases.
4. Students will come to a deeper understanding of the many types of diversity that exist including race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexuality, ability, and religion and develop an understanding that diversity is inclusive, differentiated, and intersectional.
5. Students will reflect on, analyze, and challenge their own identities with respect to experiences of socialization, privilege, justice, and positionality.
6. Students will assess their own organization/community context and identify growth opportunities in regard to equity and inclusion work.
7. Students will understand and further develop policies and practices, including laws and regulations, that ensure equity and inclusion in their professional community. 8. Students will develop skills and dispositions that promote equity and inclusion work including effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution.
Each course in the DEIB certificate program costs $850 per credit hour or $3,400 per course. Tuition includes all books, technology fees and other course-related costs. Please visit our financial aid page for more information.
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Graduate Program Coordinator for DEIB