Leadership From Ancient Rome

• Executives
• Managers
• Communications professionals
• Entrepreneurs
• Individual contributors
• Public speakers

• Leadership From Ancient Rome Certificate from Cornell University's College of Arts and Sciences
• 40 Professional Development Hours (4.0 CEUs)

Tired of the same old approach to leadership training? Here’s a new take.

In an era obsessed with pursuing tomorrow’s innovation, it’s easy to forget how valuable history is and the lessons we can take from the past. When people think of classical antiquity and ancient Rome, they tend to think of art, philosophy, and language, but this era is also rich with timeless leadership lessons. Leveraging these lessons can make you a happier, stronger leader and set you apart in today’s business world.

In this certificate program, you will explore the leadership skills inspired by ancient Roman leaders and discover how to apply these best practices to your work. First, you will identify how humor can be used in the workplace to win or gain influence, focusing on the social dynamics of your peers, superiors, and subordinates.

In reviewing stories translated from ancient Roman philosophy, you will draw parallels between ancient and modern scenarios and broaden your perspective of leadership as a whole. You will participate in hands-on activities focused on developing your leadership skills aligned with four key virtues: critical thinking, fairness, bravery, and self-control.

Before completing the certificate, you will develop an action plan to support your happiness as a leader and cope with difficult decisions at work. You will come away with a fresh perspective on interpersonal leadership and new tools to support your professional development in your current role and beyond.

For the best experience in this program it is recommended to take these courses in the order that they appear.