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November 18, 2025

From Manager to Coach

Go beyond being a reliable manager. This article explores how to build a professional brand of influence, integrity and leadership by becoming an ICF-certified coach through UVA's OLC program.
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November 12, 2025

Coaching for Excellence

Stop managing lists and start developing your people. This article demonstrates how to use a coaching mindset to drive operational excellence and make yourself indispensable.
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November 6, 2025

The Coach's Communication Toolkit

Great professionals don't just pass along information; they shape it. This article covers the communication skills to handle tough conversations: those that make you a true strategic partner.
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November 5, 2025

Planting Seeds for Tomorrow

UVA SCPS alumna Laurie Axford establishes a generous scholarship, driven by her transformative educational journey and commitment to future student success.
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October 27, 2025

Elevate Your Impact

Discover the profound benefits of UVA's Leadership Coaching Program. Dive deep into self-awareness, master transformative tools and lead with unparalleled impact.
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October 21, 2025

Become a Certified Coach

Ready to make an impact? Discover UVA's Organizational Leadership Coaching Program, a four-month, ICF-accredited journey to becoming a certified coach empowered to transform teams and careers.
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October 15, 2025

Q&A: Is UVA’s Graduate-Level Accounting Certificate Right for You?

UVA’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies' graduate-level accounting certificate is a fully online program designed to help both newcomers to accounting as well as mid-level professionals advance their careers in accounting, prepare for the CPA exam, and gain expertise in areas like auditing, taxation, commercial law, and managerial finance.
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September 15, 2025

The World as Your Classroom

Discover how studying abroad can transform your education, career, and personal growth no matter your stage in life. Here, global learning is possible for every student.
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September 8, 2025

Over $199,000 Awarded in Scholarships This Fall

UVA's School of Continuing and Professional Studies awarded over $199,000 in scholarships for the fall 2025 term to ensure education is accessible to adult learners seeking it. Learn more!