Smart, Practical and Personalized Professional Development
Gain confidence and excel in your career with Executive Education from St. Thomas. These non-credit, professional development classes include 1-3-day programs, weeklong “boot camps” and programs that last 2-3 months with in-classroom and online components.
You’ll learn real-world techniques from our smart, practical and personalized courses. Apply what you learn in the office on Monday—and every day.
We also work with companies to provide specialized training and team development tailored to their unique business needs. If you’re involved in developing talent in your organization, consider collaborating with St. Thomas to create customized learning solutions for your organization.
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Who Enrolls in Executive Education Programs?
St. Thomas Executive Education programs benefit everyone from individual contributors to senior executives, including:
- Entrepreneurs and business owners
- Professionals reentering the workforce
- Alumni looking to enhance their skills after earning a degree
- Teams looking to build skill sets, improve processes and develop high potential employees
- Working professionals from corporations, small companies and nonprofit organizations looking to advance in their careers
- Professionals in transition
“I found every single session somehow applicable to my everyday work life. The instructors were engaging and provided helpful real-world examples. St. Thomas made me feel comfortable and the environment felt like a great fit for me.”

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