Professional Development
UW offers a number of professional education programs and resources for companies to develop their existing staff —from full-time degrees to flexible virtual experiences. The university provides online degrees, certificates, and professional development courses that are flexible, innovative, and tailored to meet the needs of working professionals and their employers. By partnering with the university, companies can enhance their employees’ skills, foster creativity, and maintain a competitive edge in today’s rapidly evolving marketplace.
What This Looks Like
- Executive Education
- Certificate and Continuing Education Programs
Certificate and Continuing Education Programs:
Provide individuals with focused training and updated knowledge in specific fields, enhancing their expertise and adaptability in an ever-changing job market. These programs bridge skill gaps, support lifelong learning, and empower professionals to stay current with industry advancements and trends.
Here are a few examples:
- The Cowboy Leadership Experience is a leadership certificate program that facilitates transformational individual and organizational growth by bringing leaders back to their core self. Over a five-day period, participants learn to create thriving organizations by taking a human-centered approach to leadership based on their own personal code of ethics.
- The Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage Certificate is designed for a broad audience with an interest in energy, sustainability, and climate change mitigation, covering the technology, economics, and policy of carbon capture, utilization, and storage.
- The Western Hospitality Certificate is a continuing education program tailored to meet the professional development needs of hospitality providers, companies, and businesses. Rooted in the cherished ideals of Western hospitality, it caters to participants seeking to enhance their skill set in this industry.
