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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.

Business & Leadership Programs & Certificates

Classroom type:
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Online
Hybrid

Accounting

Gain a solid foundation in accounting skills and an understanding of the environment in which accountants work.

Duration
12-36 Months
Cost
$6,845

Business Intelligence Analysis

Gain a comprehensive, working knowledge of the complete analytics cycle, from determining requirements to extracting and disseminating information.

Duration
12 months
Cost
$3,095

Business Management

Build leadership, strategy, and business skills in AI, marketing, finance, and more with our Business Management Certificate.

Duration
6-12 Months
Cost
$4,020

Career Advising

This program provides an organized and comprehensive approach to information, theories and best practices in career development.

Duration
9 Months
Cost
$2,685

Community Leadership

Develop leadership and public management skills to improve local government and community organizations effectively.

Duration
9-12 Months
Cost
$2,475

Digital Marketing

Gain practical skills in digital, social, content, mobile, and data-driven marketing to meet today’s business challenges.

Duration
6-12 Months
Cost
$3,500

Essentials of Leadership and Management (ELM)

The Essentials of Leadership and Management (ELM) program is specifically designed for mid-level leaders, managers, and supervisors seeking to...

Executive Perspective for Scientists & Engineers (EPSE)

Facilities Management

Learn energy-saving, recycling, and life cycle costing strategies to boost sustainability in facilities management.

Duration
12 -24 Months
Cost
$5,105

Fundraising and Development

Discover best practices in how to efficiently apply varied fundraising methods, marketing tools and technology.

Duration
9-12 Months
Cost
$2,550

Healthcare Financial Analysis

Gain hands-on healthcare finance skills in insurance, budgeting, reimbursement, Excel, ROI, and revenue cycle management.

Duration
6-12 Months
Cost
$1,900

Human Resource Management

Develop key HR skills in talent management, employee relations, and HR best practices to advance your career in any industry.

Duration
9-24 Months
Cost
$4,420

HVAC Systems Design and Control

This program provides a focused, concentrated study of the latest available technology in the design, calculation, and practical applications of...

Duration
15 Months
Cost
$3,600

Interpersonal Leadership, Teamwork, and Communication

Develop power skills in leadership, teamwork, and communication to help early professionals excel in any work environment.

Duration
6 Months
Cost
$4,500

Leadership and Management Program (LAMP)

Lean Six Sigma Green and Black Belt

Earn your Lean Six Sigma Green & Black Belt Certificate. Advance your career with skills to drive efficiency and achieve measurable results.

Duration
Minimum of 5 months
Cost
$5,695 - $6,390

Money Essentials Series

Project Management

Learn to manage complex projects from start to finish in any organization or industry with practical, in-demand skills.

Duration
6-9 Months
Cost
$4,900

Small Business Management

Supply Management

Intended to help individuals with responsibility for buying goods and services in a wide variety of industries keep abreast of contemporary...

Duration
6 months
Cost
$2,800

Sustainable Business Practices

Learn core sustainability principles, the business case for going green, and how to measure sustainable practices.

Duration
12 - 18 Months
Cost
$3,295

Talent-Building Workshops

Enhance Your Leadership and Management Abilities