Certificate in Engineering Leadership
Source: https://schulich.ucalgary.ca/current-students/undergraduate/certificates/engineering-leadership Parent: https://schulich.ucalgary.ca/
Graduate with a certificate. Complete all three levels and earn a certificate of recognition.
Boost your skills, build your future
- Designed to prepare future-ready engineers by building confidence, communication, and the mindset needed to lead teams, solve problems, and make a lasting impact.
- Connect with industry professionals through interactive business-style training workshops.
- Enhance your resume and stand out in internship and job applications.
- Get recognized with digital badges and a non-credit Certificate of Recognition.
Program Structure
Tier 1: Foundations
Theme: Foundational Leadership. Learn self-awareness, leadership styles, time management, and effective communication and teamwork.
For undergrad students in any year who are new to the program and first-year students taking ENGG 200 leadership seminars. *
Note: To pass Tier 1 of the certificate, you need to pass ENGG 200 or complete the Tier 1 self-directed modules. Questions? email us atschulich.leadership@ucalgary.ca.
Tier 2: Development
Theme: Team Leadership. Learn about strategic networking, difficult conversations, leading a collaborative team, and conflict resolution.
Note: This tier is for students who have completed Tier 1: Foundations.
Tier 3: Excellence
Theme: Transformational Leadership. Learn about leading a team with empathy, negotiation, personal brand, presentation skills, and inclusive leadership.
Note: This tier is for students who have completed Tier 1: Foundations and Tier 2: Development.
I thoroughly enjoy every aspect of the program and the wide variety of session topics and guest speakers we get. It feels like a privilege to be able to have a program such as this, and I'm excited for next year!
Aquin G.
CEL Participant
Certificate Core Components
Key Learning Components
6 workshops per year (1.5 hrs each) + 2 self-reflections.
Options to Stay on Track
Each workshop is offered twice in the evenings, with bonus workshops and make-up assignments available if you miss a session.
Meaningful Connections
Peer connection and industry insights at every workshop, kickoff event, and conference.
Flagship Conference
25+ speakers, 250+ attendees expected. Panels, keynotes & workshops to choose from.
It was one of my best academic decisions to take this certificate. I have learned so many skills that I have already been applying, and I know I will apply them soon in a professional setting.
Thalia E.
CEL Participant
Requirements & Recognition
- Minimum 7 points per year to pass (workshops, conference, reflections)
- Digital badge per tier
- UCalgary non-credit certificate upon completion of all 3 tiers
Real Impact
- 98.3% rated the program Good to Excellent
- 78% applied learning in real life during the year
- 98% would recommend it to peers
Additional information
New students
If you are new to the Certificate in Engineering Leadership and not currently enrolled in ENGG 200 or did not pass ENGG 200 in a previous year, you can register through the UCalgary Continuing Education site.
Returning students
Students who are returning to the Certificate in Engineering Leadership (formerly the Engineering Leadership Program) can contact us about re-joining the program.
Engineering Leadership Conference
Step into a world where engineering expertise meets impactful leadership! The Annual Schulich Engineering Leadership Conference is your gateway to connecting with trailblazing industry professionals and community engineering leaders who are shaping the future of the profession. Join us to explore inspiring presentations on career growth, professionalism, career readiness, engineering trends and the vital role of leadership in engineering.
Save the date! March 21, 2026
We’re honoured to welcome Nannette Ho‑Covernton, BSc(Eng)’87, as the Keynote Speaker for our 2026 Engineering Leadership Conference.
A champion for service‑driven leadership, innovation and inclusion, Nannette is the 2025 Arch Award for Alumni Service recipient whose impact spans mentorship, volunteerism and transformational leadership in the energy sector and beyond.
Today, Nannette serves as Executive Director of the ETC Foundation, where she leads transformative initiatives that accelerate innovation and sustainability across sectors. Her work is rooted in collaboration, systems thinking, and a deep commitment to driving meaningful change.
Her career is a powerful reminder that leadership isn’t measured by title — but by the people, communities and futures we help build. We can’t wait to learn from her insights and lived experience.
Nannette Ho Covernton