

The School of Professional Studies is the newest school from Wake Forest University. Located in Charlotte, North Carolina but serving students from across the nation, SPS offers professional development education that builds upon Wake Forest's areas of strength and expertise.
Join this trail-blazing community at a university with a storied history. Learn from academic and industry experts. Connect with peers who share your commitment to excellence.
Earn career-boosting credentials and learn the latest tools and techniques that employers in your field need most through market-focused programs shaped and taught by industry experts.
Achieve your career and educational goals on your terms. Attend classes online and earn multiple credentials as you go with stackable certificate options.
Experience academic excellence at an affordable price. Top-ranked for academics and value, Wake Forest is committed to making professional education attainable for working adults.
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As a top-tier university with a storied history in North Carolina, Wake Forest has long standing relationships with Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Truist, and other prominent employers in the Charlotte area.
Whether you’re interested in digital marketing or project management, get the skills you need to get ahead.
Develop foundational expertise in project management.
Learn about the project life cycle, portfolio and program management, project management, and more. This certificate is ideal if you have limited to no experience in project management but are considering a career pivot or simply want skills to help you excel and advance. Complete courses on your own time and schedule, and attend optional, live video discussions at your convenience. Finish your certificate program online in just six months.
Learn MoreGain an in-depth integrated view of project management.
Develop a combination of the soft and hard skills you need to advance in this fast-growing field. Optional PMP® and ScrumMaster courses prepare you to obtain valuable industry certifications and credentials. Beyond technological skills, you’ll gain leadership expertise, preparing you to lead teams and organizations with impact and integrity. Complete the online degree in two years or adjust your pace to graduate faster or take more time.
Learn MoreDevelop foundational expertise in digital marketing.
Learn different strategies and research methods, understand basic consumer behavior, and explore the complexities of the legal and ethical landscape of digital marketing. This certificate is ideal if you want to gain a fundamental understanding of the approaches, opportunities, and challenges involved in digital marketing without delving into the technical side. Take courses online on your own schedule and complete your certificate in just six months.
Learn MoreGain an in-depth integrated view of digital marketing.
Develop the invaluable trifecta of attributes that employers in the fast-paced world of digital marketing rely on—leadership skills, digital acumen, and marketing expertise. Learn the latest technologies, as well as high-level marketing strategy, campaign management, and more. The master’s in digital marketing takes an average of two years to complete, but you can speed up or slow down depending on your needs and schedule.
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