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Build in-demand skills and upgrade your resume.
Online certificate programs to advance your career
Build pathways to professional or academic advancement in one of the range of fully online certificates offered by Northwestern University School of Professional Studies. Courses in the programs are designed to ensure robust and engaging learning experiences with the high level of academic rigor that Northwestern is known for. You'll learn from a faculty of industry leaders and earn a credential from a top university.
With a Northwestern SPS online certificate, you can upgrade your skill set and advance your career, or apply credit earned to one of five SPS online bachelor's degrees. Contact an enrollment adviser for more information.
Why choose a Northwestern undergraduate certificate?
Experienced, professional faculty
Gain practical skills and the latest insights from a professional faculty of industry leaders.
Flexible online classes for working professionals
Engage in online courses designed for robust learning experiences and student’s busy schedules.
Select the program that aligns with your goals
Artificial Intelligence
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Artificial Intelligence
Build practical applications using AI/Deep Learning algorithms in Python programming.
Business Essentials
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Business Essentials
Learn about the basic principles of business in a real-world context as you prepare for a career change or for further study of business.
Data Science
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Data Science
Learn to use Python programming to perform data science tasks, break down business problems into actionable data, apply machine learning methods to build a model & implement end-to-end data science processes.
Human Resources
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Human Resources
Develop foundational knowledge and skills related to balancing the interests of an organization with the rights and needs of employees.
Leadership
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Leadership
Designed for professionals from all backgrounds and industries who seek to expand their leadership potential.
Programming
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Programming
Develop essential, in-demand skills in programming working with Java, Python, and using principles of full stack development.
Strategic Communication
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Strategic Communication
Learn theories of human and group communication theories while gaining practical writing, data analysis, and leadership skills.