Certificate in Leadership in Enrollment Management

Program Overview

The certificate in Leadership in Enrollment Management, offered by the Pullias Center for Higher Education, will prepare you with knowledge, skills, and tools to bring mission-driven leadership to admissions, financial aid, and other enrollment management activities. Our thoughtfully designed program is created for individuals or campus teams, with a tuition discount available to teams. The content is thematic, ensuring that whether you work in a K-12/ independent school, higher education institution, or graduate/professional program, you will leave each session with actionable insights.

Grow as a professional by:

• Engaging with our faculty, who are nationally-recognized leaders and scholars;
• Discussing a carefully-curated set of readings that introduces you to the state of the art;
• Collaboratively analyzing case studies and applying the lessons to challenges in your own professional context;
• Developing your capacities for problem-solving, communication, management, and leadership; and
• Building authentic relationships with a national network of professional colleagues.

The program’s design allows you to:

• Remain employed while completing all coursework online;
• Enjoy a balance of asynchronous sessions that flex with your busy schedule and live/synchronous discussion sessions;
• Receive support in developing an individually-designed capstone that showcases the knowledge, skills, and problem-solving capacity you have developed; and
• (Optional) Meet in person with other enrollment leaders with complimentary registration to the annual CERPP Conference held in Los Angeles in February.

Curriculum

The Leadership in Enrollment Management Certificate Program prepares current and emerging leaders to navigate today’s complex educational environment with clarity, strategy and confidence. Through a leadership lens, participants explore the foundations of enrollment management — including institutional alignment, admission models, financial aid strategy and student recruitment.

Key topics include data-informed decision-making, goal setting, student success,and legal and ethical considerations. The program emphasizes expanding access and opportunity, with sessions that support leaders in reaching and supporting a broad range of students while managing and developing high-performing teams.

The experience culminates in a practical case study, blending real-world application with strategic reflection. With built-in opportunities for networking and professional growth, this flexible, impactful curriculum equips you to lead change and drive results across your institution.

Online Learning Experience

Each week, you’ll spend about 5-7 hours engaging with asynchronous videos, readings, discussions and activities — entirely on your own schedule.

Optional live sessions are offered periodically to enrich your learning. Can’t attend live? Recordings will be available to watch anytime.

Application

Our streamlined and focused application process is designed to help us ensure that this program will be the right fit for you based on your prior experiences and professional goals.

The online application includes:

• Basic information
• Resume or LinkedIn profile
• Letter of recommendation

Your recommendation should come from a professional reference and address:

• How they know you
• Your leadership potential
• Your readiness for a flexible, online program
• Areas for growth in enrollment management

Prefer email? You may submit your resume and recommendation letter via email if easier.

Decisions are typically shared within three weeks of receiving a complete application.

Begin your application here

Tuition & Scholarships/Discounts

Tuition for the program is $8,000 and is payable by the first day of the course, unless otherwise arranged. A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to secure your space. An interest-free payment plan is available upon request.

Team Discount

Institutions enrolling teams of two or more people receive a team discount. Cross-department participation is a powerful way to strengthen your enrollment management strategy. Please inquire to enroll your team.

NAGAP Member Discount

We have partnered with NAGAP, the Association for Graduate Enrollment Management, and are delighted to be able to offer a limited number of $750 discounts for NAGAP members of good standing.