Certificate Programs

Develop new skills and build expertise in a specialized area to update your professional profile, advance your career, or broaden your knowledge base. Earn an executive or graduate certificate at AU School of Public Affairs.

Whether you're looking to increase your knowledge of organizational development, or expand your skillset in public policy analysis, our certificate programs put our students in the heart of the nation's capital.

Learn more about our non-degree specialty certificates today.

Graduate Certificates (On-Campus)

There may be select courses delivered online.

Certificate in Analytics and Management

Certificate in Analytics and Management

Created to further prepare SPA graduate students to work in and lead teams within multiple disciplines.

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Cybersecurity professionals

Certificate in Cyber Policy & Management

Tailored for individuals who seek leadership roles in cybersecurity, focusing on policy and management.

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Certificate in Executive Leadership

Develop the skills, knowledge, and values necessary to become an extraordinary leader in the public service.

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Certificate in Leadership for Organizational Change

Certificate in Leadership for Organizational Change

Expand your skills in organizational change with this certificate.

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Certificate in Nonprofit Management

Certificate in Nonprofit Management

Ideal for professionals who want to advance their skillset in nonprofit management.

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Certificate in Public Financial Management

Increase your skillset in the public finance sector with this certificate.

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Certificate in Public Management

Ideal for professionals who want to advance their skillset in public management.

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Certificate in Public Policy Analysis

Certificate in Public Policy Analysis

Hone your skills in public policy analysis with this certificate.

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Certificate in Women, Policy & Political Leadership

Ideal for professionals working in policy, politics, and leadership.

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