George Mason University Continuing & Professional Education

George Mason University Continuing & Professional Education The result: learners achieve measurable and impactful performance results. For individuals, the immediate benefits of working with Mason CPE include:

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We are the leading provider of professional development and continuing education for Virginian individuals and organizations who seek to leverage a comprehensive noncredit curricula from a reputable university. George Mason University Continuing & Professional Education (formerly Executive & Professional Education) is the single point of contact for organizations and individuals seeking to leverag

e the comprehensive non-credit curricula of Virginia’s largest research university. FOR ORGANIZATIONS:

We work together to identify specific learning requirements with organizations and map those requirements to Mason’s for-credit and non-credit programs. The immediate benefit of developing organizational partnerships with Mason CPE include:

1. Access to Mason’s entire array of academic and professional programs allowing for the creation and implementation of true multidisciplinary learning solutions.

2. Active researchers and faculty bring applicable original research and specific client case studies to closed cohort programs – ensuring your learning solution is relevant to your specific issues and opportunities.

3. Organization employees, in many cases, can apply their successfully completed noncredit courses toward traditional, accredited Mason certificate and degree programs.

4. Should your organization forge an education alliance agreement Mason CPE through a custom-built program or even a pre-built solution, you could qualify for a 10% discount! FOR INDIVIDUALS:

Individuals seeking to gain a competitive advantage and enhance their career path prospects also have an extensive portfolio of specialized workforce development and professional certificate programs. Programs that are offered at multiple locations and, in some cases, are delivered in an online format
2. Program offerings are focused on the most relevant and in demand professional certifications including human resources, facility management, government contracting and technology management.
3. Alumni qualify for a 10% discount on most of our programs! For additional information, please message us to find out how we can improve your performance – at both the organizational and individual levels.

Happy Labor Day! Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of every individual who contributes to making our uni...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of every individual who contributes to making our university community thrive. Whether you’re a student, faculty, staff, or alumni, your efforts make a difference every day.

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Only a few days left to register! AFCENT Futures Lab and George Mason University are proud to host an official outstatio...
09/04/2026

Only a few days left to register!

AFCENT Futures Lab and George Mason University are proud to host an official outstation of the ETI/National Defense Industrial Association - (NDIA) Global Defense Hackathon, September 8-9 at FUSE, Mason Square.

Join students, industry partners, academia, and government representatives to tackle real-world defense challenges – especially those impacting the CENTCOM/AFCENT theater.

The weeks-long event, kicking off at GMU’s new cutting-edge FUSE facility and culminating at NDIA's Emerging Technologies for Defense Conference & Exhibition, links Department of Defense challengers with industry innovation in real time - across the globe.

At the NDIA Hackathon, mission meets momentum!
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center | September 8-10, 2026
- GMU FUSE Building, Hackathon Outstation Led by AFCENT Futures Lab | September 8-9

Registration is open: https://bit.ly/4lOOIfz

Check out this video! https://bit.ly/4gsmZQp

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Prepare for long-term excellence in your career with one of the many Project Management training courses we offer! This ...
09/04/2026

Prepare for long-term excellence in your career with one of the many Project Management training courses we offer!

This versatile credential gives you access to high demand professions, strong earning potential, and opportunities for leadership in your current or future roles.

You can break into the field with our foundational courses like the PMP 0700 Fundamentals and PMP 0701 Agile Fundamentals and eventually get PMI certification ready through our exam prep courses. Our catalog also offers preparation support for recognized credentials like the Certified Agile Practitioner, Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), and more.

As an authorized training partner with the PMI, our courses can be earned as CEU, and PDU hours that can be put towards exam (training hour) requirements.

Don’t miss out on this career opportunity and register for one of our upcoming December courses below:
• Project MGMT Fundamentals - 9/17
• Agile Fundamentals – 9/14
• PMP Cert – 9/8 & 9/14
• PMI Agile Cert – 9/26
• CAPM – 9/11

https://bit.ly/3Z7lfDB

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Harness the power of AI for your business! Our AI for Business Professionals course will teach you the fundamentals, fun...
09/03/2026

Harness the power of AI for your business!

Our AI for Business Professionals course will teach you the fundamentals, functions, and best implementation strategies to begin AI use for your business. Designed to show the leaders, consultants, product or project managers on your team how to optimize and leverage AI functions for growth.

Additionally, this training prepares participants for the CertNexus® AIBIZTM (Exam AIZ-210) credential and can help you earn certification in AI implementation.

Register for the September 9th session today.

https://bit.ly/4oe8mmI

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Earn professional certificates and complete training programs built to set you up for real-world success! Join Mason Car...
09/02/2026

Earn professional certificates and complete training programs built to set you up for real-world success!

Join Mason Career Academy, in partnership with Coursera, and learn at your own pace while gaining practical skills employers are actively seeking.

From career starters to experienced professionals, Mason Career Academy supports lifelong learning and meaningful career growth.
• Build job-ready skills
• Earn recognized credentials
• Flexible online training in 6-8 months (or less)
• Access to 7000+ courses
• Discover what the Career Academy can do for you

Join the Mason Career Academy today and gain access to 90+ online courses that build skills in areas like Project Management, Data Analysis, Cybersecurity, and more. Participants can also register for our Career Academy Plus tier and gain access to Coursera’s full 7,000+ course catalog (fees apply).

https://bit.ly/473PAHZ

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Learn how to develop AI Solutions with Microsoft in our Introduction to AI in Azure course! Focusing on the fundamental ...
09/01/2026

Learn how to develop AI Solutions with Microsoft in our Introduction to AI in Azure course!

Focusing on the fundamental concepts related to artificial intelligence (AI), this course teaches you the services in Microsoft Azure that can be used to create AI solutions. Designed for anyone interested in learning about the solutions Microsoft Azure artificial intelligence (AI) makes it possible you can expand your use of assistance platforms through this training. Don’t miss out on the chance to build your Microsoft Software skills.

Register for our upcoming September 15th session today!

https://bit.ly/4nwECkv

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Secure your spot! Registration is now open for the 2026 NDIA Hackathon. AFCENT Futures Lab and George Mason University ...
08/31/2026

Secure your spot! Registration is now open for the 2026 NDIA Hackathon.

AFCENT Futures Lab and George Mason University are proud to host an official outstation of the ETI/National Defense Industrial Association - (NDIA) Global Defense Hackathon, September 8-10 at FUSE, Mason Square.

This is your opportunity to shape an incredible movement bringing together the brightest minds from industry, academia, and defense operations to tackle the toughest challenges facing our warfighters today.

The weeks-long event, kicking off at GMU’s new cutting-edge FUSE facility and culminating at NDIA's Emerging Technologies for Defense Conference & Exhibition, links Department of Defense challengers with industry innovation in real time - across the globe.

Together, we can deliver solutions that strengthen our nation and support our warfighters, today and tomorrow!

GMU FUSE Building & Walter E. Washington Convention Center | September 8-9, 2026

Check out more with this video! https://bit.ly/4gsmZQp

Register Here: https://bit.ly/4lOOIfz

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Take your IT career to the next level and become an expert in server management and administration. This course is desi...
08/31/2026

Take your IT career to the next level and become an expert in server management and administration.

This course is designed for PC technicians eyeing server hardware specialization or seasoned server managers prepping for the CompTIA Server+ Exam SKO-005.

Delve into cutting-edge server techniques and emerge as an IT powerhouse!

Reserve your spot for the next 5-day course that begins on October 19th.

https://bit.ly/44R6Grc

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Enhance and upskill your team with our group training! We provide robust training opportunities and education solutions ...
08/28/2026

Enhance and upskill your team with our group training!

We provide robust training opportunities and education solutions for your talented workforce to advance in their careers. As Virginia's largest public research university, we keep our finger on the pulse of skills gaps across industries and develop the educational opportunities necessary to close them. With the expertise of professional educators, the commitment to teaching current information and technologies, and the dedication to close skill gaps so companies can hire the qualified individuals they're desperate for, Mason CPE is now also the provider of choice for companies who need to upskill their workforce and offer cutting-edge educational opportunities to remain competitive.

We offer individual and group training across a range of industries.

Learn more about how we can support your business goals and connect with us today!

https://bit.ly/4e3vChh

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Increase your Contracting knowledge with our Timekeeping for Government Contractors course! Designed to help contractors...
08/27/2026

Increase your Contracting knowledge with our Timekeeping for Government Contractors course!

Designed to help contractors understand how to write policies and procedures in accordance with labor laws, you can assist your work force by learning about the world of labor compliance. By joining this course, both experienced and new contractors can gain insight into the current timekeeping roles as well as the process for properly auditing employees.

In partnership with the renowned Public Contracting Institute (PCI), Government Contracting Professionals can earn CEU, CLP, and CPE credits for the hours they earn from the training.

Our next 2-day Timekeeping for Government Contractors training is September 9th!

https://bit.ly/49XQUwR

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