Introducing the Military Leadership Series

A Gift to Our Military Members and Families

At Columbia Southern University, we honor your commitment and sacrifice. That’s why we’re proud to offer professional development courses at no cost to active-duty military, veterans and spouses. Whether you're transitioning to civilian life or exploring new opportunities, our 100% online micro-credential courses are designed to help you succeed.

Transfer Credit Opportunities

Each course listed has the potential transfer credit of one undergraduate elective hour. Students who enroll into an undergraduate degree program are granted three elective credits toward their degree.

Take Advantage of Your Benefits

100% Online and 24/7 Course Access
No Cost with Promo Code: HONOR100
Designed for Real-World Impact
Built for Military Life and Beyond
Potential Transfer credit into CSU undergraduate degree programs

Disclaimer: These programs are not eligible for Federal Student Aid, military tuition assistance, VA funding or Learning Partner discounts. Amount of transfer credits is dependent upon transcript evaluation. Multiple factors, including prior experience, geography and degree field, affect career outcomes. CSU does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, eligibility for a position, or other career growth.

The continuing education courses listed here are exclusively offered free to United States active-duty military, veterans, or military spouses. Individuals without a military background interested in micro-credentials should visit our Continuing Education page. If questions or concerns arise, please contact the Continuing Education Department at ContinuingEd@ColumbiaSouthern.edu

Featured Courses

CE 101: Unleash the Leader in You

This course illustrates the role of ethics in guiding leadership behavior and motivations and prepares students to analyze the methods to lead groups and teams effectively.
View Course CE 101: Unleash the Leader in You
CE 102: Communication Strategies for the Workplace and Beyond

In this course students will learn the foundational elements of communication and how to apply strategies to overcome obstacles that may hinder effective communication
View Course CE 102: Communication Strategies for the Workplace and Beyond
CE 103: Customer Service: The Smile Behind the Business

Students will examine the essential elements of providing quality customer service relevant to several industries.
View Course CE 103: Customer Service: The Smile Behind the Business
CE 104: Making ‘Cents’ of Finance

This course explores the fundamental concepts of financial analysis and decision-making.
View Course CE 104: Making ‘Cents’ of Finance
CMC 1002: Servant Leadership

Servant Leadership, a course offered through Columbia Southern University, equips students with the skills they need to become leaders and mentors at work, no matter their position.
View Course CMC 1002: Servant Leadership
CMC 1003: Building Your Team

A 10-week, self-paced course offered through Columbia Southern University, “Building Your Team” addresses major concerns surrounding leadership in the modern work environment.
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CMC 1004: Leading Through Failure

A 10-week, self-paced course offered through Columbia Southern University, “Leading Through Failure” gives students necessary tools for responding to failures at work in a healthy and productive manner. Examines opportunities for learning, growth, humility, improvement, and moving forward.
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