This certificate is designed specifically for degree-seeking students, who have an interest in expanding their understanding of ethics and social justice. You will develop advanced skills in public speaking, leadership principles, social justice foundations, and organizational development.

Please Note: This certificate can only be completed by students working toward an undergraduate degree within the School of Continuing & Professional Studies.

Curriculum

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Certificate Requirements
Select one of the following Practice Tracks:		6-9
Social Justice 1
IPS 610	Foundations of Social Justice
IPS 620	Diversity and Equity
IPS 660	Leadership in Social Justice Organizations
Pastoral Studies 2
IPS 416	Introduction to New Testament
IPS 417	Introduction to the Old Testament
IPS 402	Church and Mission
Communication & Leadership Skills
Select two of the following:
COMM 231	Conflict Management and Communication
COMM 237	Small Group Communication
COMM 313	Corporate and Organizational Communication
CPST 360	Development and Change in Organizations
CPST 370	Leadership Theories and Applications
CPST 380	Leadership, Culture and Ethics
CPST 390	Organizational Theory and Practice
Total Hours		6-9

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These courses will count toward an M.A in Social Justice at the Institute of Pastoral Studies at Loyola University Chicago.

²

These courses will count toward an M.A in Pastoral Studies at the Institute of Pastoral Studies at Loyola University Chicago.

Graduate & Professional Standards and Regulations

Students in graduate and professional programs can find their Academic Policies in Graduate and Professional Academic Standards and Regulations under their school. Any additional University Policies supercede school policies.