Start date
July 6, 2026
July 6, 2026
Lead high-impact investigative journalism with confidence.
Become the editor that investigative journalism needs
6 months
100% online
Expert led
The Howard Center for Investigative Journalism Editing Program prepares editors, senior reporters and other newsroom leaders to guide complex investigations from pitch to publication across legal, ethical, multimedia and data-driven and AI environments.
Learn from award-winning investigative editors
Build leadership skills for modern newsrooms
Master legal review, fact checking and data/AI investigations
Earn a professional certificate from Arizona State University
Why this program
Investigative journalism needs skilled investigative editors
Today’s investigative editors must manage complex legal news environments, lead multimedia, data- and AI-driven reporting and develop and support resilient teams, all while navigating tight budget and growing public scrutiny.
This certificate gives working journalists the practical tools to lead impactful investigations with confidence.
What you’ll learn
Build newsroom-ready investigative editing skills
You’ll learn how to:
Guide investigations from concept to publication
Manage legal and ethical review processes
Lead data and AI-driven reporting projects
Build collaborative investigative teams
Support reporters facing stress, trauma and harassment
Ensure accuracy, accountability and impact in every story
Program highlights
Designed for working journalists and editors
12 expert-led online modules
Optional live Zoom discussions with faculty
Real-world newsroom case studies
Downloadable templates, tip sheets and other practical tools
Recorded sessions available on demand
Developed by the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism at ASU’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
Who this program is for
This certificate is ideal for:
Watchdog reporters moving into editing roles
Editors developing investigative leadership skills
Newsroom leaders managing collaborative teams
Nonprofit journalism professionals
Help shape journalism that holds power accountable
Gain the editorial leadership skills modern investigative newsrooms need.
