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Program

15-19

Credit Hours

Next Start Date: January 12, 2026

Lead with Integrity Through Faith-Inspired Business Principles

For those called to lead with purpose and serve through their Christian values, the Servant Leadership Certificate at Carson-Newman University offers a fully online, 18-credit hour program with an optional internship. This certificate equips current and aspiring leaders with essential business management skills—such as communication, human resources, and marketing—while grounding every concept in a biblical worldview. Designed for professionals seeking to elevate their leadership impact, this program blends practical business knowledge with Christ-centered servant leadership.

What You’ll Gain from the Servant Leadership Certificate

  • Understand Servant Leadership in Context
    Distinguish servant leadership from other leadership models and explore its unique advantages in fostering ethical, people-centered leadership.

 

  • Apply Servant Leadership Across Sectors
    Learn to identify and implement the core attributes of servant leadership in real-world environments—from corporate and nonprofit to government and ministry settings.

 

  • Bridge Theory and Practice Through Internship Experience
    Strengthen your leadership development through an optional one-credit internship course offered each semester (up to three semesters), connecting classroom learning with hands-on impact.

Career Outlook

168,000

Jobs in U.S.
(2023)

$77,030

Median Pay
(2023)

8%

Estimated Job Growth
(2023-33)

*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Carson-Newman University cannot guarantee employment. Salary data represents averaged earnings for the occupations listed and includes workers at all levels of education and experience.

Why Carson-Newman?

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Learn on Your Schedule.

At Carson-Newman, we support you through programs that help you balance your life, family, and faith while you learn. With online and hybrid options, you can pursue your education on your terms.

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Become Career Ready.

You don’t have to pause your current life to advance your education or career. With us, you benefit from immersive, experiential learning and meaningful connections with students and faculty who share your determination and values.

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Make Your Education Affordable.

We work with students with all types of financial needs to make their education affordable. Our financial aid counselors are here to help you understand your options, so you can focus on reaching your potential.

 

 

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Reach Your Full Potential.

Your education can be the connection to your next chapter through internships, research opportunities, and spiritual mentorships. We offer a wide variety of student services throughout your education that can prepare you for what’s next.

 

 

Higher Education for a Higher Calling

Carson-Newman’s mission as Christian educators is to help students reach their full potential as educated citizens and worldwide servant-leaders.

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