Business

Our program curricula are designed to teach theory and practical skills to enable you to change careers or advance in your current position. Classes are offered in classroom and multiple online formats to meet the needs of working professionals. Most programs can be started at any time.

Offered in myriad subject areas, classes give you the flexibility to gain a high-quality education and earn credits on your schedule. Choose from multiple formats to meet your needs. Enroll in just the course or courses that interest you—no application necessary.

Offered in myriad subject areas, classes give you the flexibility to gain a high-quality education and earn credits on your schedule. Choose from multiple formats to meet your needs.

Hyper-focused, cohort-based education in high-demand areas such as cybersecurity, FinTech, coding and more. Complete in 24 weeks (part time) or 12 weeks (full time).

Join a cohort of students for an in-person, semester-based, collaborative program. Learn from industry experts from the Bay Area and Silicon Valley through four courses in a 15-week semester.

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Industry Affiliations

UC Berkeley Extension works with professional industry organizations to ensure that your education is up to date and meets your profession's highest standards.

California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA)

Our Certificate Program in Accounting meets the current American Institute of CPA (AICPA) requirements for accounting study. For specifics about the current education requirements for CPA licensure, the California Board of Accountancy offers a Tip Sheet that is an excellent resource.

Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Board of Standards

In order to meet CFP Board's CE requirement, CFP® professionals must complete 30 hours of CE every two years, of which two hours must be focused on Ethics CE.

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Society of San Francisco

Join a community invested in leading the profession by promoting the highest standards of ethics and professional excellence.

HR Certification Institute (HRCI)

Recertification is required every three years to maintain your credential. Take 60 credit hours of our HR-related courses to stay current in the field and recertify.

International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)

UC Berkeley Extension is an endorsed education provider of the International Institute of Business Analysis® (IIBA). Our business analysis courses apply toward continuing development units (EEP number E234), which can be used to fulfill the Professional Development Criterion to sit for the Certified Business Analysis Professional® (CBAP) exam.

Project Management Institute (PMI)

As a PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP), we are approved to offer training on courses that offer PDUs in order for you to be eligible to sit for the PMI Exam. Already have your PMP® credential? Our courses allow you to earn PDUs to maintain your certification. Learn from experts: All of our instructors possess PMP and PMP/ACP credentials.