NASBA Center for the Public Trust

Empower Your Students to Lead with Integrity

ELCP

Preparing students to lead with integrity begins by equipping them with practical, real-world ethical decision-making skills. The Ethical Leadership Certification Program (ELCP) bridges the gap between ethical theory and professional application. This six-module, self-paced program awards a résumé-ready certificate and digital ‘Credly’ badge, providing students with verifiable proof of their decision-making abilities. Developed by the NASBA Center for the Public Trust (CPT), the curriculum delivers foundational ethics training built for effortless integration into any business course.

Designed for Students, Built for the Real World

  • Integrates seamlessly: Each module takes approximately one hour. Students complete the work independently, requiring minimal class time.
  • Relevant across disciplines: Built for business students in any discipline, reinforcing real-world ethics that show up in every role.
  • Reshapes the classroom experience: Learners develop ethical judgment and leadership habits that translate into better decisions in class and beyond.
  • Streamlined administration: Manage the program with ease to set due dates, send reminders and download completion reports.
  • Supports accreditation: The curriculum aligns with AACSB expectations for experiential learning and ethical decision-making (Standards 9 and 13).

The Curriculum: From Theory to Investigation

The ELCP consists of six targeted modules. Each one aims to build a grounded understanding of ethical leadership.

A Trusted Credential for Higher Ed

  • Widespread adoption: Over 300 campuses across the U.S. have used the ELCP in courses like Business Ethics, Business & Society, and Auditing.
  • Proven track record: Since 2014, more than 40,000 learners have earned the ELCP certificate.
  • Verifiable skills: Students earn a digital badge that signals competencies in ethical leadership to future employers.

Simple Implementation & Pricing

  1. Create your instructor account.
  2. Enroll students at $49.99 per seat (price valid through July 31, 2026).
  3. Schedule modules based on your course syllabus.
  4. Award the digital badge upon completion.

For additional information, email: [email protected].

– Jasmine Gaetano, Center for the Public Trust (CPT) Student Programs Manager