Professionals sharpen business, legal communication in certificate program

Whether drafting a critical email or analyzing a business issue, professionals in every role need strong analytical and persuasive communication skills. Cornell's Legal Writing and Communicationcertificate program strengthens essential legal writing skills for leaders across industries.

According to the program's faculty author Michelle Whelan, a clinical professor of law and associate dean for diversity, equity and inclusion at Cornell Law School, every written word can carry legal implications.

"Whether you are an employee or CEO, you need to understand all the myriad ways you could be interacting, directly or indirectly, with an attorney," Whelan said. "Even if you don't interact regularly with legal counsel, you need to appreciate how this can connect with your work and how your life intersects."

Read more on the eCornell blog.