Programs For You
Short Courses and Professional Certificates
Build practical skills with short, noncredit courses designed for working professionals, or work toward a Penn State Smeal Professional Certificate.
A Suite of Professional Development Options for Professionals
Live, Focused Learning
Programs are delivered live remotely over three or four half days, making it easier to fit professional development around your everyday life and work.
Learning Outside a Degree Program
Short courses are noncredit, with no application or degree enrollment required. Choose individual programs based on the knowledge you want to learn or the gaps you want to fill.
A Reasonable Investment that Drives Return
Programs range from $1,600 to $4,650, depending on the course. Compare your options to find a program that fits your goals and budget.
Choose Where You Want to Grow
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Build Toward a Professional Certificate
Take one short course to strengthen a specific skill, or complete three qualifying programs in one area to earn a .
Learn From Industry Experts
Learn from Penn State faculty, practitioner executives, and industry leaders who connect business expertise with practical application.
Explore the Portfolios
Supply Chain
Build a foundation of supply chain know-how: forecasting, inventory, fulfillment, transportation, and the strategies that connect functions across the supply chain.
Leadership & Strategy
Build a more strategic approach to the decisions and priorities you manage at work. Explore programs in strategic leadership, change management, communication, and strategy execution.
Analytics
Build the analytical skills to make sense of data, uncover meaningful insights, and make more informed decisions. Our analytics-focused programs strengthen your ability to approach business questions with data and apply practical tools and techniques to your work.