Sample Request Letters for the Introduction to Leadership Certificate

We have four sample letters, each written for a different situation. Find one request letter that matches the closest to your situation and personalize it. Copy and paste, or download and edit.

Confirmed Funding means that the Educational Benefit in your Employee handbook applies to the Intro to Leadership Certificate.

Unsure Funding means that your company may cover the tuition of the Intro to Leadership Certificate, but it is unclear.

Be sure to replace any [Brackets] with the corresponding personal information. Let us know if you have any questions about these request letters.

1. Future Manager. Confirmed Funding.
2. Current Manager. Confirmed Funding.
3. Future Manager. Unsure Funding.
4. Current Manager. Unsure Funding.

Request Letter #1

Future Manager. Confirmed Funding.

Hi [NAME],

I’m reaching out today to discuss my professional development. As you know, I am eager to support the success of our team and organization, as well as continuously improve my own skills and professional growth.

Therefore, I would like to enroll in INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP, a Leadership Certification course offered through SML Consultive. This program stood out to me because of its emphasis on real-world skills that empower front-line leaders to effectively navigate the complex aspects of leadership. I believe my level of interest and commitment in the program will ultimately help me to be better prepared to lead a team as I continue growing with this company.

The logistical details include:

• Course Start Date: [Date]
• Course Duration: 20 Engagement Hours (10 hours of in-class engagement; 10-20 hours of personal-investment exercises.)
• Course End Date: [Date]
• Course Investment: [$349.99-449.99 Depending on Selected Option]

From my [CONTRACT/EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK], I see that [ORGANIZATION NAME] offers team-members like myself a benefit of $XXXX for professional development opportunities like this? I would like to discuss what it would take to get this opportunity approved and funded so that I can begin on 9th January 2025.

More information about SML and this opportunity may be found on their website at http://www.servantmindedleadership.com/Intro_to_leadership_Certification/. I have also attached a flier I obtained from them to this request.

Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you!

[NAME]

Request Letter #2

Current Manager. Confirmed Funding.

Hi [NAME],

I’m reaching out today to discuss my professional development. As you know, I am eager to support the success of our team and organization, as well as continuously improve my own skills and professional growth.

Therefore, I would like to enroll in INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP, a Leadership Certification course offered through SML Consultive. This program stood out to me because of its emphasis on real-world skills that empower front-line leaders to effectively navigate the complex aspects of leadership. I believe my level of interest and commitment in the program will ultimately help me to be a better leader and more equipped to continue growing with this company.

The logistical details include:

• Course Start Date: [Date]
• Course Duration: 20 Engagement Hours (10 hours of in-class engagement; 10-20 hours of personal-investment exercises.)
• Course End Date: [Date]
• Course Investment: [$349.99-449.99 Depending on Selected Option]

From my [CONTRACT/EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK], I see that [ORGANIZATION NAME] offers team-members like myself a benefit of $XXXX for professional development opportunities like this? I would like to discuss what it would take to get this opportunity approved and funded so that I can begin on 9th January 2025.

More information about SML and this opportunity may be found on their website at http://www.servantmindedleadership.com/Intro_to_leadership_Certification/. I have also attached a flier I obtained from them, to this request.

Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you!

[NAME]

Request Letter #3

Future Manager. Unsure Funding.

Hi [NAME],

I’m reaching out today to discuss my professional development. As you know, I am eager to support the success of our team and organization, as well as continuously improve my own skills and grow professionally.

Therefore, I would like to enroll in INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP, a Leadership Certification course offered through SML Consultive. This program stood out to me because of its emphasis on real-world skills that empower front-line leaders to effectively navigate the complex aspects of leading a team. I believe my level of interest and commitment in the program will ultimately help me and my team be more productive and engaged as I put into practice the concepts presented in the course. I also believe that it will better prepare me to continue growing with this company.

Here are the logistical details:

• Course Start Date: [Date]
• Course Duration: 20 Engagement Hours (10 hours of in-class engagement; 10-20 hours of personal-investment exercises.)
• Course End Date: [Date]
• Course Investment: [$349.99-449.99 Depending on Selected Option]

Does [ORGANIZATION NAME] provide funding for professional development opportunities like this? If so, I would like to discuss what it would take to get this opportunity approved and funded so that I can begin on 9 January 2025.

More information about SML and this opportunity may be found on their website at http://www.servantmindedleadership.com/Intro_to_leadership_Certification/. I have also attached a flier I obtained from them to this request.

Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you!

[NAME]

Request Letter #4

Current Manager. Unsure Funding.