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A Place for You to Enter, Advance, and Lead in the Workforce

UVU Professional Education is Utah’s premier non-credit career training resource—helping Utah professionals enter the workforce, advance their careers, and lead in their industries.

Our Programs

AI Essentials

AI Essentials

Unlock the power of AI with hands-on training in ChatGPT and related tools. Learn to boost productivity, craft better prompts, integrate AI with your workflows, and avoid common pitfalls. Ideal for professionals looking to enhance creativity, efficiency, and decision-making with cutting-edge AI tools.

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AI Productivity Boost

AI Productivity Boost

This guided, hands-on course helps you build real, transferable AI skills—fast. Whether you’re exploring new roles, launching a business, or simply trying to future-proof your skills, this course puts you on the road to becoming confident, capable, and ready for what’s next.

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AI-Enhanced Data Automation

AI-Enhanced Data Automation

Unlock the power of AI and automation in this hands-on course. Learn to build data workflows with Power Query, analyze processes with mining techniques, automate tasks using RPA bots, and apply tools like Copilot and custom GPTs to real-world business challenges—all while mastering AI governance and productivity strategies.

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Career Essentials

Career Essentials

Career Essentials is a practical, skills-based program for those entering or re-entering the workforce. It blends confidence-building with training in communication, job readiness, and essential tech like Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and AI tools. Participants will set SMART goals, polish job materials, and build a plan for long-term career success.

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Change Management

Change Management

Lead real organizational change—without the corporate clichés. This three-course online program gives managers and professionals practical tools to build momentum, overcome resistance, and drive meaningful transformation at work.

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Certified Public Manager

Certified Public Manager®

Utah’s Certified Public Manager® (CPM) Program at UVU is a nationally accredited leadership development experience for public and nonprofit professionals. The program enhances public service through a practical, skill-based curriculum focused on ethical leadership, stakeholder engagement, strategic problem-solving, and change management.

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Entrepreneur Essentials

Entrepreneur Essentials

Discover the practical magic of entrepreneurship. This course equips aspiring and current entrepreneurs, freelancers, and side hustlers with foundational skills to build meaningful businesses, generate income, and pursue lasting impact. No prior experience needed.

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Executive Strategy

Executive Strategy

Condensed from the world’s leading strategic frameworks and research, this course delivers high-impact, executive-level insight without technical prerequisites. Designed for senior leaders, founders, and strategy consultants, the course equips you with advanced tools to assess and enhance competitive advantage.

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MBA Foundations

MBA Foundations

MBA Foundations is a non-credit course series designed to help incoming MBA students build or refresh essential business knowledge prior to beginning their graduate studies. Each course is structured to deliver practical, skill-based learning aligned with the demands of graduate-level business education.

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Project Management Essentials

Project Management Essentials

Take the guesswork out of managing projects. This practical, fast-paced course is built for professionals who juggle project responsibilities but haven’t had formal training. Learn proven tools to define goals, plan effectively, and lead your projects to successful outcomes—without needing a PMP.

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Supervisor Essentials

Supervisor Essentials

Gain essential leadership skills to succeed as a new or emerging supervisor. This six-module course blends practical tools with real-world scenarios to help you manage teams, address performance issues, and create a positive, productive work environment.

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Women's Leadership

Women's Leadership

This dynamic learning experience empowers women to lead with authenticity, courage, and strategic insight. Through reflective modules, personal coaching, and a values-based leadership framework, participants gain the clarity and confidence to drive meaningful change in their organizations and communities.

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Course Formats

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Online

Learn from anywhere with our fully online courses, which include weekly live Zoom sessions. Complete independent work beforehand to get the most out of each interactive, discussion-based class.

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Hybrid

Enjoy the best of both worlds with a mix of online learning and scheduled in-person sessions. This flexible format blends convenience with the benefits of face-to-face engagement.

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On Campus

Join us in person at UVU for a fully immersive classroom experience. These courses offer direct interaction with instructors and peers in a traditional learning environment.

CUSTOM CORPORATE TRAINING

Training that works for your team.

We offer custom professional development training to address your organization's specific training needs and support your growth goals. Whether you're onboarding a new team or leveling up your leadership, we'll help you build the workforce you need.

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Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Award Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to signify completion of non-credit programs, courses, events, and workshops.

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Serving UVU’s Dual Mission: Accessible Learning for Everyone

UVU Professional Education supports the university’s dual mission to provide access to practical, career-focused learning alongside university-level academics. As Utah’s premier non-credit training resource, we help individuals and industries build the skills that power our workforce.