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Grow Your Career Online with Mason University Continuing and Professional Education
Mason University Continuing and Professional Education offers a variety of 100% online, industry-recognized certificates for those ready to take the next step in their careers. Each non-credit professional program delivers the in-demand skill sets and expertise you need to achieve lasting success through continued education. In addition, our competitive pricing and scholarships make studying online at Mason affordable.
The online programs feature distinguished instructors who will help you reach your goals in an accessible environment. Our courses offer academic rigor and integrity, providing you with an active and collaborative learning environment while offering greater flexibility to fit your needs.
- More than 37,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states
- Recognized as a top U.S. research university by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions in 2016
Explore Our Online Certificate Programs
Choose a professional certificate that will help you expand your career with in-demand skill sets. Our courses are offered in synchronous or asynchronous online formats.
Get the technical skills you need with Mason’s IT certificate programs.
- Data Science and Analytics*
- Network IT
Make a difference in your organization by gaining in-demand business skills.
- Business Process
- Facility Management
- Financial Planning
- Human Resource Management
- Leadership and Coaching
- Project Management
- Risk Management
Gain the skills you need to expand your career with a professional certificate.
- Government Contracting
- Legal Studies and Paralegal
- Writing and Communication
Join a Growing Network at George Mason University
George Mason University is Virginia’s largest public research university. Located near Washington, D.C., Mason has grown rapidly over the past half-century and is recognized for its innovation and entrepreneurship, remarkable diversity, and commitment to accessibility.
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With Mason University Continuing and Professional Education, you can earn credentials in a way that fits your life. Online learning lets you take exceptional classes in a convenient format. There are minimal face-to-face meetings, so students can learn at home, while stationed abroad, or while traveling.
Coursework to Accelerate Your Career
Mason’s online professional programs and courses offer academic rigor and integrity. You’ll have access to top-tier instructors who have real-world experience. Our certificates will help you meet your goals through targeted, in-demand curriculum.

Certificate Programs Prepare You for Licensure and More
Our certificate programs prepare you to advance professionally in a variety of careers. Graduates sit for nationally-recognized industry exams and bring their experience to a variety of roles and industries. The certificate programs can help prepare you for the following certifications, exams, and more:
- Cisco CCNA certification
- CompTIA’s A+ exam
- Security+ exam
- PMP exam
- AWS certifications
- SHRM certification
- IFMA Facility Manager certification
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*Introductory knowledge of Python and SQL is preferred. To ensure introductory level knowledge, we suggest the completion of the following free and online courses or their equivalent prior to course start: Intro to Python, and Intro to SQL.
*Introductory knowledge of Python and SQL is preferred. To ensure introductory level knowledge, we suggest the completion of the following free and online courses or their equivalent prior to course start: Intro to Python, and Intro to SQL.