Professional Postgraduate Program

Professional Postgraduate Program

Looking to continue your studies full-time after graduation? Earning a specialized, postgraduate certificate offers an invaluable opportunity to deepen expertise in a specific field or acquire new skills beyond undergraduate studies. 
 

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Why Professional Postgraduate Program at UC Santa Barbara?

Our programs provide focused, career-orientated coursework tailored to industry demands, fostering professional growth and enhancing career prospects. Completing a postgraduate certificate program often demonstrates commitment to continuous learning and will enhance qualifications and marketability in today's competitive job market.

What certificates are available?

Current offerings are listed below. You can choose the courses you want to take each quarter. Please review all options:
 

Accounting
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM QUARTERLY SCHEDULE
Required 6 courses (24 units) Units Fall Winter Spring Summer
ECON X400 - Principles of Financial Accounting 4 Ventura Ventura Ventura Ventura
ECON X422A - Intermediate Accounting 4   Ventura   Ventura
ECON X422B - Intermediate Accounting II 4       Ventura
ECON X418 - Financial Statement Analysis  4

Ventura

 

Ventura

ECON X432 - Managerial Accounting 4 UCSB   UCSB  
BUSAD X408L - Business Law 4 UCSB   UCSB  

Ventura Online       UCSB In Person - UCSB        UCSB  / Ventura HyFlex        

Business Administration 
  CERTIFICATE PROGRAM QUARTERLY SCHEDULE

Core Subject Requirements: Complete 4 Courses (14 units)

Units Fall Winter Spring Summer
Marketing and Business Strategy: Complete 2 Courses (8 units)
MGMNT X450 - Business Strategy & Decision Making 4

   UCSB  / Ventura 

 

  UCSB  / Ventura 

 
BUSAD X409.65 - Marketing Principles & Practices 4 Ventura Ventura Ventura  
Accounting and Finance: Complete 1 Course (4 units)
ECON X400 - Principles of Financial Accounting 4 Ventura Ventura Ventura Ventura
ECON X435 - Finance for Business Management 4 Ventura     Ventura
Business Law and Ethics: Complete 1 Course (2 units)
MGMNT X172 - Ethical & Regulatory Environments 2     Ventura  
MGMNT X173 - Business Law & Social Responsibility 2   Ventura    
Specialization Areas (Listed Below): Complete 1-3 Courses (8 units) From Within the Same Group

Ventura Online       UCSB In Person - UCSB        UCSB  / Ventura HyFlex         

Business Leadership
  CERTIFICATE PROGRAM QUARTERLY SCHEDULE
Required Courses (12 units) Units FallF WinterW SpringSp SummerSu
BUSAD X435 - Foundations of Business Leadership 4 UCSB UCSB Ventura Ventura
BUSAD X450.33 - Building and Leading High-Performance Teams 4

Ventura

 

Ventura

 
MGMNT X479 - Business and Personal Branding  4

UCSB

 UCSB  / Ventura

UCSB  / Ventura

 
Required Electives (Choose One - 4 units) Units FallF WinterW SpringSp SummerSu
BUSAD X432 - Negotiation and Influence Strategies 4 UCSB UCSB   UCSB
TMP X450 - Introduction to Project Management 4 UCSB UCSB UCSB UCSB
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Digital Marketing
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM QUARTERLY SCHEDULE
Required Courses: 3 Courses (12 units) Units FallF WinterW SpringSp SummerSu
BUSAD X409.65 - Marketing Principles and Practices 4 Ventura Ventura Ventura  
MGMNT X477 - Developing a Digital Marketing Strategy 4

UCSB  / Ventura 

  UCSB  / Ventura 

 UCSB  / Ventura 

Ventura
MGMNT X477.1 - Web Analytics for Marketing  4

UCSB  / Ventura 

 UCSB  / Ventura 

 UCSB  / Ventura 

Ventura

Ventura Online       UCSB In Person - UCSB        UCSB  / Ventura HyFlex

CERTIFICATE PROGRAM QUARTERLY SCHEDULE
Elective Courses: At least 1 course (4 units) Units FallF WinterW SpringSp SummerSu
BUSAD X409.11 - International Marketing 4     UCSB  
MGMNT X482 - Public Relations 4 UCSB   UCSB  
BUSAD X409.66 - Marketing Internship  4 UCSB Ventura Ventura Ventura
MGMNT X479 - Business and Personal Branding 4

  UCSB   

 UCSB  / Ventura 

UCSB  
MGMNT X410 - Business Development and Sales 4 UCSB   UCSB  

Ventura Online       UCSB In Person - UCSB        UCSB  / Ventura HyFlex

Important Course Information
Project Management
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM QUARTERLY SCHEDULE
Required Courses (16 units) Units FallF WinterW SpringSp SummerSu
TMP X450 - Introduction to Project Management 4 Ventura Ventura

 UCSB  / Ventura

Ventura
TMP X451 - Project Planning & Procurement 4


 

 

Ventura
TMP X452 - Project Execution & Risk Management 4

Ventura

 

Ventura

 
BUSAD X435 - Foundations of Business Leadership   UCSB UCSB   Ventura
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM QUARTERLY SCHEDULE
Required Electives (Choose One - 4 units) Units FallF WinterW SpringSp SummerSu
TMP X454 - Agile Approaches to Project Management 4     UCSB  
MGMNT X450 - Business Strategy & Decision Making 4

 UCSB  / Ventura

 

 UCSB  / Ventura

 
Important Course Information
Program dates: 2024 - 2025
Fall 2024: September 19 - December 13
Application Deadline: May 31
Payment Deadline: August 30
Orientation: September 15
Quarter Starts: September 22
Instruction Starts: September 26
Instruction Ends: December 6
Quarter Ends: December 13
Winter 2025: January 6 - March 21
Application Deadline: November 1 (late applications may be considered)
Payment Deadline: December 6
Orientation: TBD
Quarter Starts: January 6
Instruction Starts: January 6
Instruction Ends: March 14
Quarter Ends: March 21
Spring 2025: March 27 - June 13
Application Deadline: February 1 (late applications may be considered)
Payment Deadline: February 28
Orientation: March 27
Quarter Starts: March 31
Instruction Starts: March 31
Instruction Ends: June 6
Quarter Ends: June 13
Summer 2025: June 19 – September 13
Application Deadline: May 1 (late applications may be considered)
Payment Deadline: May 20
Orientation: June 19
Quarter Starts: June 23
Instruction Starts: June 23
Instruction Ends: varies
Quarter Ends: September 13
Application Materials 


Have these documents ready to upload:

• Official undergraduate transcript showing degree completion
• Evidence of health Insurance coverage
• Payment of non-refundable application fee ($100)
 

Program Fees 


Post Graduate Certificate Program : $6,795/ quarter

Up-front flat fee payment options (discounts included):
2 Quarters: $12,500
3 Quarters: $18,000
4 Quarters: $25,000

Full-time tuition includes: 8 units of course fees, and student services such as:
- Recreation Center Membership
- UCSB Access Card
- Unlimited Public Transportation
- UCSB Library access
- Campus-based fees
 

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Cleanroom Training

Cleanroom Training

Our modules provide students with the skills and basic experience through an industry vetted program to prepare them to work in a chip manufacturer’s cleanroom environment. High-tech companies with cleanrooms may send their new hires as part of their extended orientation related to the cleanroom environment.
 

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Why Cleanroom training with PaCE?

Our hand-on trainings are designed for professionals or new entrants wanting to upskill their semiconductor expertise in a cleanroom environment. 

Individual enrollments: see below and self-enroll
Group enrollments: please contact us at help@professional.ucsb.edu
 

What does the Cleanroom Training program offer?

Cleanroom Technician

OPEN NOW! Classroom lectures will cover the semiconductor ecosystem and major processes. This course offers extensive hands-on processing (27 hours) in the CNSI cleanroom on the UCSB campus. Students will process two semiconductor wafers using multiple cleanroom processes, and will gain knowledge of proper documentation and statistical process control.  

This in-depth training will expose students to theoretical and practical approaches to fabrication in a cleanroom. No prior cleanroom experience necessary. It is intended for new entrants to the field, and/or those wanting to upskill their career in the semiconductor industry. 

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Cleanroom Lab

Microchip Fabrication I

This intensive one-week program is designed to equip both professionals and novices with essential skills in semiconductor manufacturing. Participants will engage in hands-on training and theoretical instruction, introducing advanced semiconductor fabrication processes, material handling, and quality control within a cleanroom environment.

The course covers key microfabrication techniques, including lithography, growth, etching, and metallization, and offers practical experience in characterizing nMOS devices. By the end of the course, participants will be prepared to contribute to industries such as semiconductors, aerospace, automotive, and heavy machinery with a strong foundation in microfabrication.

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Introduction to Microchip Fabrication 

COMING SOON! Classroom lectures will cover the semiconductor ecosystem and processes. This course will introduce students to gowning and cleanroom work.  Students will gain knowledge of proper documentation and statistical process control.  

This course is intended for students with little or no cleanroom experience, and serves as a foundation for starting a career in fabrications. It includes 16 hours of lectures and hands-on processing in the CNSI cleanroom. NO PREREQUISITES NECESSARY.

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You can enroll in 3 easy steps
 

OR    Enroll by phone - 805.893.4200 | Mon-Fri - 9am-5pm PST  

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Organizational Partnerships

Organizational Partnerships

Customized training programs for your teams and organizations. Let us be your partner in workforce development.

Partner with UCSB PaCE

In an ever-changing world, continuing education is more important than ever. UCSB Professional and Continuing Education (formerly UCSB Extension) has been serving the community in their professional training for over 75 years.   With customized training and delivery format suitable to your needs, UCSB PaCE can help you and your organization reach your goals.  Look for our available management training modules or contact us to build one suitable for your needs.  

Management Training for Public Administrators

  • A well-rounded management training program for early and mid-career supervisors (including potential supervisors) in the city and county offices.
  • Series of workshops providing a practical grounding in the major managerial functions of city and county organizations
  • Customized on-location, in-person, or hybrid training 
  • Organization-specific Capstone projects 
  • UCSB quality and UCSB certificate.
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Foundations of Business Management

  • A 90-hr managerial training track for early and mid-career supervisors (including potential supervisors).
  • Series of workshops providing a practical tools 
  • Customized on-location, in-person, or hybrid training 
  • UCSB quality and UCSB certificate

Contact us to discuss your needs 

Every organization has its specific needs, and we respect that.  We will be happy to sit down with you to understand your professional training needs and design a program around that.  Take a look at our courses and programs to know what training areas we can customize for you.  Tell us who to contact, and we will reach out to you. 

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Infrared Programs

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Infrared Programs

Infrared (IR) applications have increased dramatically over the last decade as arrays of infrared detectors have increased in size, performance, and availability. For over 50 years, UCSB PaCE has offering essential education in the field of infrared technology to the professionals worldwide. Depending on your level of interest, expertise, and on-line/on-campus preferences, select a course and get trained with us on the technology and business of Infrared.

Introduction to Infrared Imaging Technology

Acquire a broad and foundational understanding of IR applications from industry leaders. The course is designed for prospective, new and established users of IR. No previous IR experience or advanced skills in engineering are required.

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Modern Infrared Detectors & Systems Applications

Learn the advanced, technical engineering and scientific design of IR technology.

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Educational Partnerships

Educational Partnerships

Organizations have the unique opportunity to provide affordable, flexible, and customized educational in-service training programs to help increase employees' motivation, innovation, productivity, and skills. Are you ready to partner with us? 

 

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Partner with UCSB PaCE

Partnering with UCSB PaCE will allow your organization to provide continuing education units (CEUs), professional development trainings (PDUs),  academic units, and/or in-service training to your employees. The structure of the program can be offered in a variety of formats such as: seminars, workshops, classes, conferences, etc. Upon completion of the program, registered individuals will receive official academic credit, which will be reflected on their transcript. The process to partner with UCSB is easy, affordable, and proven beneficial over the years. Is your organization ready to provide your employees with a unique opportunity to upgrade their professional knowledge, skills, and competence? To get started, please complete the initial intake questionnaire. 

What you can expect from us:

  • Dedicated support from our team to yours: Receive personal support from our dedicated team members.
  • Affordable pricing: We offer extremely competitive prices for your organization to offer relevant courses and educational learning activities to your employees.
  • Convenient location: Programs are delivered at a time and place that works for your organization, whether it is online, at your institution, or a hybrid model.
  • Flexible schedule: Choose the length and pace of your organization’s program from a 1-day seminar to a year long program. Everything is tailored to the exact needs of your organization.

Partner Organizations

California Association of School Counselors (CASC)

The Santa Barbara County Education Office (SBCEO)

Santa Barbara Unified School District (SBUSD) 

Las Virgenes Center EdX

Gevirtz Graduate School of Education, UCSB

Mathematics Project by UCSB 

California Credential Secondary Science or Science Teaching Experience by UCSB

Feel-Good Teaching - STEM CON & Beyond 

South Coast Science Project (SCSP) Science Summer Institute

iTeachNetwork by Lisa O'Neill

The Moeller Lab

Information for Instructors 

Instructor portal/submitting final grades 

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