Professional Education
USF’s professional education & certificate programs are designed to empower professionals to thrive in an ever-changing world, covering pressing issues such as climate change, generative AI, technological innovation, and human health and well-being.
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Professional Certificates
Reach your full potential with a professional certificate from USF. Choose from a range of subjects including advanced Python, AI and data ethics, and data science.
Business Partnerships
We offer customizable partnership opportunities, including tailored coursework designed to meet the specific needs of your business.
Right next to you in class, on campus, or in a cafe, you can find a technical person to be your co-founder. Only in San Francisco will you find so many tech-minded entrepreneurs.”
John CoughlanDirector, Entrepreneurship and Innovation
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AI-First Organizations Executive Immersion Program
The AI-First Organizations Executive Immersion program empowers businesses to innovate faster, lead their industry, and manage costs, while ensuring AI is deployed effectively and responsibly to maximize ROI.
Leading with Balance: Resilient Leadership in Healthcare
Learn strategies to navigate today’s healthcare challenges with confidence. Through reflective leadership, mindfulness, and resilience-building techniques, participants will develop practical skills to lead effectively in high-pressure environments.
Grid Evolution Intensive: Managing AI Demand and Policy Shifts
As AI-driven demand surges, electrification accelerates, and policy at both the state and federal level continues to evolve, energy systems are being fundamentally reshaped.
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Enroll in Professional Certificates Through CalJobs
California residents can enroll in USF's professional certificate programs through CalJOBS, a state-run hub connecting job-seeking Californians with employment-focused training.