Professional and Continuing Education

University of San Diego | Online

Learn it Today. Use it Tomorrow.

USD's online degree programs are designed to help you master the skills that truly matter in your career. Taught by industry experts, our courses emphasize practical, immediately applicable learning - not just academic theory. With small class sizes and a dedicated support team, you receive the personalized attention needed to reach your goals. Accessible from anywhere, our programs offer flexibility, real-world relevance, and career-focused support. It’s a learning experience built around your life, your goals, and our promise.

Online Programs

• Master of Science in Cyber Security Operations and Leadership

• Master of Science in Law Enforcement and Public Safety Leadership

• Master of Science in Learning Design and Technology

• Master of Science in Information Technology Leadership

Creating Learning Opportunities for More Than 50 Years!

At the University of San Diego’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education (PCE), we help students advance their careers, strengthen their leadership capacity, and open doors to opportunities they may not have previously imagined. We offer learning pathways that build on existing academic and professional experience across business, engineering, education, and health care - supporting both career advancement and career change. With more than 500 courses and over 20 certificate programs, our offerings span fields such as cybersecurity, education, engineering, Artificial Intelligence, nonprofit management, marketing, and more. As a Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement institution, we also collaborate closely with local employers to ensure that PCE students can apply their learning in real-world contexts and expand their professional networks.

Certificate programs offered by PCE and information about them can be found in the PCE catalog or by choosing a program below.​

• Business Programs

• Educator Programs

• Engineering Programs

• English Language Academy

• Healthcare Programs

The Division of Professional and Continuing Education is an agile and innovative academic organization committed to university and community partners in ways that serve the working professionals and their employers. Thousands of returning students, current students, alumni, and employers have put their trust in PCE to provide excellent educational opportunities for their personal and professional growth.

Mission

The Division of Professional and Continuing Education serves the expanding generations of learners through relevant, quality courses and programs that advance careers, enrich personal growth, and serve USD and the global community.

Values

To be a student-centered educational leader of agile and innovative learning.