Spark Innovation and Strategic Growth
Whether you want to learn how to complex data into strategic action, improve workflows using AI or make better financial decisions, the University of Minnesota has the professional development program to help you excel.
Our interactive online certificates can help you:
- Turn data into actionable insights. Select the right tools, identify key takeaways for different audiences and present your findings with confidence.
- Enhance financial skills. Create and manage budgets, build a strong financial basis to influence decisions and forecast the success of new initiatives.
- Leverage AI for better business operations. Identify high impact opportunities, apply governance guardrails and support AI implementation across teams.
Designed for interaction and flexibility
Get the flexibility of online learning combined with live, instructor-led Zoom sessions and real-time peer connection. These practical programs give you actionable tools to make an immediate workplace impact.
Certificates and Courses
The College of Continuing and Professional Studies offers flexible ways for you to gain the skills that can set you apart and help you make an immediate impact.
Take a single course or complete a full certificate, depending on your goals. Explore your options below.
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AI for Business Operations Certificate
Develop frameworks to lead AI adoption. Learn to identify high-impact opportunities, strengthen workflows and apply governance for operational efficiency.
$3,735 | 9 CEUs | 90 Contact Hours -
AI-Powered Automation and App Design Certificate
Build custom digital applications and automated workflows to streamline operations and improve efficiency without needing a coding background.
$3,735 | 9 CEUs | 90 Hours -
Applied Data Analysis Certificate
This program equips nonspecialists to analyze, interpret, and communicate data for impactful decisions. Perfect for business, admin, and sales professionals.
$3,735 | 9.0 CEUS | 90 Contact Hours -
Budget and Financial Management Certificate
Enhance your budgeting and financial planning skills with a program designed for managers, business professionals, and entrepreneurs looking to drive success.
$2,580 | 6.0 CEUs | 60 Contact Hours
Free Work-Ready Skills Webinars
Our free professional development webinars deliver insights and strategies you can put into practice immediately. These expert-led monthly sessions provide a fresh, engaging look at topics vital for today's professionals.
Missed a webinar? Visit our webinar archive to dive into a wide range of topics, from communication and leadership strategies to workplace wellbeing.
Stories from the Field(s)
Faculty
Jen is an internationally recognized conference speaker, educator and thought leader within the business analysis and creative problem solving communities.
Dr. Gina Debogovich is an experienced leader who helps organizations use data and generative AI to improve decision-making, content workflows and business outcomes.
Brady has more than a decade of experience across analytics, healthcare consulting and higher education, focusing on helping organizations turn complex data into actionable insights.
Bryce is a senior software engineer at Centerbase, a legal practice management software company, where he leads the engineering team's AI practice.
Valerie is a digital strategist, educator, and communications expert with over a decade of experience helping entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and organizations tell their stories online.
Oluwatobi is a data scientist with a background in academia, corporate firms, and government sectors and a passion for using data to drive innovation and societal transformation.
Ellen is a quantitative and qualitative researcher and program evaluator using data to drive positive change.
Teri is an experienced finance and accounting executive, with expertise in financial forecasting and budgeting, strategy and execution, and the development of leaders.
Frequently Asked Questions
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