Area of Interest

Business & Leadership

Become competitive and increase your profitability

The rapid and complex changes occurring in today's business world continue to place increasing demands on all levels of an organization. The University of California, San Diego Extension's professional certificates and courses provide students from a wide range of industries with the tools necessary to boost their careers and improve performance and profitability within their organization.

Whether you are starting, changing, or advancing your career, Extension gives you the opportunity to join a learning community of professionals and acquire real-world understanding of business practices from industry experts.

Accounting and Taxation

Gain a foundation in accounting, taxation, and auditing. Units are eligible to meet the requirements of the CA State Board of Accountancy and other credentialing agencies.

Business Management

Modern management techniques for today’s business professionals.

Facilities Engineering and Management

Make effective and sustainable facilities management decisions that reduce costs while enhancing your organization’s facility and services.

Finance and Business Analysis

Financial considerations are the backbone of business. Build your knowledge in the pillars of finance.

Human Resource Management

Successful human resource professionals are proactive, ethical, and trusted advisors. Build and enhance your HR competencies through practical HR education.

Leadership Development

Develop leadership skills and strengthen your organization’s effectiveness while transforming your team’s ability to succeed in today’s competitive business environment.

Marketing

Acquire marketing skills and remain competitive in an ever-changing landscape.

Nonprofit Management

Expand your fundraising skills with our Fundraising Certificate: Classes in annual giving, donor relations, grant writing, and financial management.

Project Management & Lean Six Sigma

Take a Structured Approach to Your Project Management Education At UC San Diego Extended Studies, we offer flexible options to help you achieve your education and career goals. If you’re looking for a more guided experience, our structured approach provides a clear roadmap to complete the Project Management Program online in nine months, while saving $500 on total tuition. Nine-Month Program Schedule First Quarter Courses Second Quarter Courses Third Quarter Courses Project Management Essentials (BUSA-40964) Project Planning and Scheduling (BUSA-40715) Leading and Managing Change (BUSA-40978) Work Team Concepts and Skills (BUSA-40109) Project Cost Management (BUSA-40970) Elective 1* Elective 2* *Electives may also be taken in the first or second quarter. Benefits of the Structured Approach Tuition Lock: Your tuition rate is locked in and will not increase, providing financial stability. Personalized Guidance: Work directly with the program advisor to manage your course schedule and ensure you stay on track. Cost Savings: Save hundreds in overall tuition and fees compared to a self-directed approach. Flexible Payment Options: Take advantage of no-interest payment plans to make your education more affordable. Program Fee The total cost of the program is $4,400, which includes: Tuition for all required courses and four elective units (excluding Lean Six Sigma) to earn your certificate. Personalized academic advising. A $500 savings on the total tuition cost. Waiver of the $95 certificate fee. Locked-in tuition, guaranteeing no increases after you start the program. *Please note: costs are not included. No-Interest Payment Plan We know covering the cost of tuition can be challenging. To help you, UC San Diego Extended Studies offers a no-interest payment plan to help break up the cost of this training into more manageable monthly payments. The first payment is needed to process your registration, and recurring payments will be due on the 15th of each month. After submitting the form, a member of our staff will respond to your request shortly. To request a payment plan please complete the No-Interest Payment Plan Request Form.