Ted Bauer Leadership Certificate Program
Overview
The Ted Bauer Leadership Certificate Program (TBLCP) accepts approximately 125 undergraduate business students each fall for a year-long program in leadership development. The program helps students by teaching them about teamwork, professionalism, and most importantly self-awareness. Students in the program can expect to learn more about themselves through weekly workshops, teambuilding exercises, leadership assessments, and ongoing discussions with their peers.
Meet the Team for 2026-2027
Upcoming Information Sessions:
We will have a few different information sessions starting in August. More details are coming soon! Fill out the interest form in the meantime to guarantee early access to the application and details about these sessions.
2026-2027 Application Open August 17 – September 8
Click the button below and fill out the interest form to receive early access to the application!
Interest Form Email for More InformationComponents of TBLCP
- Weekly Leadership Development Workshops with Your Assigned Cohort
- CliftonStrengths Leadership Coaching and Peer Advisor Support
- Leadership Assessments (CliftonStrengths and the Student Leadership Practices Inventory)
- Public Speaking Presentations and Feedback
- Individual Leadership Development Plan
- Collaborative Capstone Group Project
- Professional Events
- Social Events
- Written Reflections
For more information, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page!
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Cohort Structure
Students are placed into a cohort at the start of the program and are highly encouraged to remain with that cohort throughout both semesters. Cohort assignments are based on application preference and availability. In the application, students select a first and second choice of cohort day/time and are assigned upon acceptance.
The 2026-2027 year will include four in-person cohorts and one hybrid cohort, which combines in-person and virtual workshop experiences. All in-person workshops meet in the Classroom & Business Building (CBB) on the 5th floor in room 522.
Hybrid Cohort Format
The hybrid format is designed to increase accessibility and flexibility while maintaining a consistent, high-quality leadership development experience. The workshop schedule is split evenly, with 50% of workshops held in person and 50% delivered live via Zoom.
For in-person and hybrid cohort schedules and dates, visit our Schedule & Dates page.
TBLCP Cohort Workshop Days
| Tuesday: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | [In-Person] Modeling the Way Cohort |
| Wednesday: 1 - 2:30 p.m. | [In-Person] Inspiring a Shared Vision Cohort |
| Thursday A.M.: 10 - 11:30 a.m. | [In-Person] Challenging the Process Cohort |
| Thursday P.M.: 2:30 - 4 p.m. | [In-Person] Enabling Others to Act Cohort |
| Friday: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | [Hybrid] Encouraging the Heart Cohort |
TBLCP Impact
CliftonStrengths
96% of students reported by the end of the year, they have intentionally applied and or talked about their Strengths in real life situations.
Public Speaking Skills
91% of students reported they’re more confident in public speaking because of TBLCP.
Clear Leadership Goals
94% of students report having a clear vision of their leadership goals after participating in TBLCP.
Identified Core Values
97% of students report having clearly identified the values that guide their decisions and actions after participating in TBLCP.
All responses are from the 2025-2026 TBLCP Student Survey.
What Our Students are Saying
What’s been your favorite part of the program?
Edna Colunga
“My favorite part of the program was being able to meet other students whose goals are similar to mine and take the connections outside the cohort. As a transfer student, I did not know anyone and a year later I have met so many amazing individuals that I would have never imagined.”
Tiana Zaibak
“My favorite part of the program is how it helped me be more confident with myself and how to communicate clearly with others. Also, the capstone project was fun to work at. And meeting all the amazing people and advisors was one of my favorite parts.”
Nicholas Salva
“Easily the CliftonStrengths and the coaching session! I loved seeing how my strengths guide the way I can lead, my mindset completely shifted afterwards!”
Christian Cortes
“The favorite part of the program to me was the interactive activities we did for each practice in the workshops because it taught us the leadership practice in a real time way than I imagined it to be.”
Recommendations
97% of students reported they would recommend TBLCP to other Bauer undergraduates.
What is something you feel more confident doing because of TBLCP?
Kaitlyn Chung
“Through TBLCP, I’ve grown more confident in my public speaking and team-building skills. I’ve learned exactly what strengths I need to tap into to collaborate with others and build the trust necessary for a team to work better together.”
Aaron Thomas
“Because of TBLCP, I feel more confident stepping into leadership roles and communicating in group settings. I’ve become more comfortable sharing my ideas, listening to others, and taking initiative when working with a team.”