Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Build a culture of inclusive excellence.UIndy’s Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) offered through the Department of Sociology is designed for individuals who seek to enhance their knowledge and skills in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Small class sizes and an interdisciplinary approach rooted in an understanding of societal inequality make this the ideal program for those looking to build their knowledge around DEIB as well as enhance their skills in creating and leading diverse, inclusive workplaces and organizations. Additionally, students who want to continue building their credentials can apply all courses that have been successfully completed for this certificate to an MA in Applied Sociology.
About the Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Program
Program Format
The Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) consists of twelve (12) credit hours of required and elective courses in a face-to-face format. Classes are held in the evening, making this perfect for working professionals.
Course Overview
A grade of B- or higher is required in all courses applying toward the Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership, and an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for successful program completion.
- SOC 515 Empowering a Diverse Workforce (3) (e/o fall)
- SOC 518 Social Inequality (3) (e/o fall)
Students should consult with the program director and choose the courses that will most closely align with their interests/career aspirations/current work.
- SOC 500 Urban and Community Sociology (3)
- SOC 519 The Family: A Global Perspective (3)
- SOC 535 Gender & Society (3)
- SOC 580 Special Topics in Sociology (3) (when topic is DEIB related)
- ANTH 508 Archeology of Gender (3)
- ANTH 580 Special Topics in Anthropology (3) (when topic is DEIB related)
- ENGL 535 Multicultural Literature (3)
- ENGL 536 Postcolonial Literature (3)
- ENGL 580 Special Topics in English (3) (when topic is DEIB related)
- Other electives approved by the Applied Sociology graduate program director
Admission Requirements for DEIB Graduate Certificate
To apply to the Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) program, students must submit:
- A UIndy graduate application
- $30 application fee
- Official transcripts from each university or college attended
- Three reference letters, at least two of which must be from someone familiar with your work or with you as a student
- A one to two-page personal statement that outlines your reasons for applying to the program
Additional Requirements for International Applicants
- A minimum TOEFL score of 79, IELTS score of 6.5, Duolingo English exam score of 110, or PTE Academic score of 53 for international students for whom English is not their first language, or who did not attend an English-speaking university
- Provide certification of finances (for students who are applying for a visa), showing that you have adequate funds to support yourself during your time of study
- A photocopy of your passport to ensure I-20 information is accurate
- A full list of requirements for international graduate students can be found on the UIndy website.
- Please note that international applicants must be part of a degree-granting program in order to be eligible to obtain an I-20 and F-1 visa. This program is not degree-granting, but may be combined with enrollment in a degree-granting program.
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