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Professional Education

USF’s professional education & certificate programs are designed to empower professionals to thrive in an ever-changing world, covering pressing issues such as climate change, generative AI, technological innovation, and human health and well-being.

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Generative AI for Coders

Gain essential skills and knowledge to promote health and well-being with our comprehensive certificate programs.

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Women in Leadership

Explore team building, negotiation strategies, communications, organizational culture, and more.

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BayGeo’s Intro to ArcGIS Pro

Learn the basics of Esri's industry-standard ArcGIS Pro. Whether you are at square one or have previous experience, we welcome all learners with an interest in geospatial software.

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Certificate Program in JEDI + JSSJ

Implement systemic change around anti-oppression, social justice, and human rights in professional contexts.

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SQL for Data Analysis

Learn to use SQL to extract and transform data from a variety of sources across different applications and industries.

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View all of our professional education programs with direct links for enrollment.

Join an Immersion Program

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AI-First Organizations Executive Immersion Program

The AI-First Organizations Executive Immersion program empowers businesses to innovate faster, lead their industry, and manage costs, while ensuring AI is deployed effectively and responsibly to maximize ROI.

Leading with Balance: Resilient Leadership in Healthcare

Our immersive program equips healthcare leaders with the mindset, tools, and strategies to navigate today’s challenges with confidence and clarity. Through reflective leadership, mindfulness, and resilience-building techniques, participants will develop practical skills to enhance well-being and lead effectively in high-pressure environments.

Enroll in Professional Certificates Through CalJobs

California residents can enroll in USF's professional certificate programs through CalJOBS, a state-run hub connecting job-seeking Californians with employment-focused training.

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Explore Business Partnership Opportunities with the University of San Francisco

We offer customizable partnership opportunities, including tailored coursework designed to meet the specific needs of your business.

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Innovate the Future

Come dream, do, make, create, collaborate, ask questions, and find solutions in our state-of-the-art facilities.

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USF by the Numbers

#1

in campus diversity among national universities

U.S. News & World Report 2025
Best in the West
The Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition
Best Value

among national universities

U.S. News & World Report 2025
Top 15%

Featured in the Princeton Review Best 390 Colleges list for 2025
 

The Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition
96.9%

Satisfied or strongly satisfied on graduating student survey

#1

Best college location in California

NICHE 2025

Professional Education & Certificates

Thomas Maier, Associate Vice Provost for Professional Education and Business Partnerships