Professional Development

FAU Executive Education Professional Development programs offer over 60 national and international certification programs—the most diversified selection of professional development courses in South Florida.

For the second year in a row, the Financial Times ranks Florida Atlantic Executive Education Professional Development Programs No. 1 in Florida and No. 2 in the United States in the 2024 Executive Education Open Enrollment ranking.

FAU also ranked No. 1 in the U.S. and No. 3 in the world for female participation. For overall satisfaction, the program ranked No. 1 in the U.S. and No. 12 globally.

Designed and taught by subject matter experts, our programs prepare working professionals to master relevant knowledge, better their performance at work, diversify their expertise, and further their careers. Our convenient and flexible courses and certification programs are taught online, evenings, weekends or in boot camps to fit within busy lifestyles with competing priorities.

Whether you are ready to become a Senior Human Resource Professional (SPHR)^®, pursue the Project Management Professional (PMP)^® certification, or aim to become a Certified Financial Planner (CFP)^®, FAU Executive Education Professional Development has the programs that will help advance your career aspirations.

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All programs are available for corporate on-site training.

Accounting and Auditing

Accounting and auditing are crucial business functions across every industry. Stakeholders depend on accountants to prepare timely and accurate financial reports. Auditors examine these financial documents to ensure accurate representation of a company’s financial position and verify that the accounting procedures comply with generally accepted accounting principles.

Business Technologies and Data Analytics

In today’s data-driven landscape, businesses thrive by using data to garner insights for calculating strategic plans and making better decisions. Business and Data Analytics is the new competitive advantage and a crucial step towards optimizing business operations and predicting future possibilities.

Finance

Particularly during challenging economic times, financial acumen is expected at every organizational level. Florida Atlantic University’s Finance certification programs increase understanding of financial techniques and practices while preparing students to earn leading Finance designations and certifications.

Certified Financial Planner (CFP^®)

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA^®)

Healthcare Administration and Medical Business Management

Coordination of the medical office staff are vital to effective patient care. Florida Atlantic University's Healthcare Administration and Medical Business Management programs provide information essential to every practitioner and medical office professional on how to effectively run a medical business office.

Certificate in Medical Business Management

Hospitality

The hospitality and tourism industry, the world’s largest service industry employs millions. In addition, tens of billions of dollars are spent on the estimated twenty million meetings and events held every day. Florida Atlantic University's Hospitality programs enable students to stay on top of one’s education and expand knowledge across industry segments and help associates plan their best pathway toward success.

Knowledgeable Human Resource professionals are always in high demand. Florida Atlantic University's Human Resource Management programs are designed for those who want to become Human Resource professionals and develop the skills necessary to meet complex workplace challenges.

Management and leadership

For any business to grow and remain profitable, its team must master crucial skills in management and leadership. Florida Atlantic University’s Management and Leadership programs guide students to develop advanced practices in management and become the next generation of innovative and effective leaders.

Lean Six Sigma

Lean Six Sigma certifications will give you the knowledge to improve business operations by minimizing inefficiencies from every process, and transaction. Florida Atlantic University's Lean Six Sigma programs are proven to maximize performance, earn respect of business professionals, and achieve greater success.

Explore unparalleled excellence at our state-of-the-art Executive Education facilities in Boca Raton, FL. Our 52,000-square-foot space integrates cutting-edge instructional technology, ensuring comfort for advanced learning. Reserve this sophisticated venue for your corporate event, benefiting from executive-style spaces and comprehensive event support. At FAU Executive Education, success thrives in an environment where learning and opportunities for connection converge!

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Accreditation & Rankings

Executive Education Professional Development Programs

No. 1 in Florida and No. 2 in the U.S.

Best MBA in Sport Management

Top-10 in the world according to SportBusiness

AACSB Accreditation

Proud member of AACSB, the premier accreditation agency for business schools

Best Business Programs

Ranked among the best business programs

Best Graduate Schools in Business

Ranked among the best part-time MBA in business

Top-50 in Undergrad Entrepreneurship

Fifth consecutive ranking from The Princeton Review

Top-50 in Graduate Entrepreneurship

Fifth consecutive ranking from The Princeton Review

Best International Business

No. 22 undergrad. by U.S. News & World Report

Best Online Bachelor's in Business

Ranked among the best online bachelor's in business

ACTA Oases of Excellence

Phil Smith, Adams, and Madden Centers named ACTA Oases of Excellence

Best Online MBA Programs

Ranked among the best online MBA program

Best Online Veteran MBA Program

Ranked among the best online veteran MBA program

Best Graduate Online Prrgram for Veterans

Best Online Graduate Program for Veterans in Business

Ranked among the best online graduate program for veterans in business

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