JMU School of Professional & Continuing Education

05/03/2026

Want to learn from a leader in the GovCon space?

Stephanie Geiger brings deep expertise in go to market and account based strategy to help you build skills that translate directly to real world success.

Learn more and enroll:
https://www.jmu.edu/pce/programs/all/professional-development/busgov_marketing/index.shtml

05/02/2026

Looking to break into public sector marketing or sharpen your strategy?

This live online certificate from James Madison University and Geiger Consulting Group helps you build the skills to navigate procurement, align with mission driven work, and market effectively in the government space.

Learn more and enroll:
https://www.jmu.edu/pce/programs/all/professional-development/busgov_marketing/index.shtml

04/21/2026

We’re hiring a Director of the Lifelong Learning Institute at JMU SPCE! This role leads engaging programs, builds meaningful partnerships, and helps expand opportunities for lifelong learners.

Apply now to join our team dedicated to education, connection, and impact: https://jobs.jmu.edu/jobs/director-lifelong-learning-institute-harrisonburg-virginia-united-states

04/20/2026

JMU SPCE is proud to partner with the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce to present Elevate, a bimonthly professional development program featuring timely topics and engaging speakers throughout 2026.

Our next session, Social Media Essentials with Jaeda Cohen Skye, CEO of Jaeda Skye Media and influencer, will cover practical strategies to help you strengthen your social presence and elevate your brand.

Register now to join us and be part of this new learning opportunity:
https://noncredit.jmu.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=1088759&selected…

Pricing is $40 for HRCC members and $75 for non-members.

04/15/2026

Lead data-driven process improvement with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt! This online certification focuses on DMAIC-based problem solving and tools that help you deliver measurable results and sustainable change.

Register: https://www.jmu.edu/pce/programs/all/professionaldevelopment/sixsigma/index.shtml

Discount codes available for military, JMU alumni, JMU faculty/staff, and group registrations. Email [email protected] for more information.

04/10/2026

Break into public sector marketing with the Business-to-Government Marketing Professional Certificate at James Madison University!

This 8-week online program is designed to help you build real-world skills in strategy, procurement, and mission-driven marketing. Join us May 13 through July 1 and earn your B2G-MP credential while learning from industry experts.

Apply now: https://www.jmu.edu/pce/programs/all/professional-development/busgov_marketing/index.shtml

04/09/2026

Yesterday, we celebrated the inauguration of James C. Schmidt as the seventh president of James Madison University!

It was a meaningful moment to hear from voices across Virginia and beyond, all highlighting President Jim’s deep commitment to students, innovation, and community impact. In his address, he shared a vision for JMU as a model for forward-thinking education and the lasting influence its graduates will have in the world.

At JMU SPCE, we’re energized by this momentum and excited to continue supporting learners in ways that reflect this vision for growth, access, and real-world impact.

04/07/2026

We’re hiring!

Join JMU’s School of Professional & Continuing Education as a Lifelong Learning Institute Program Coordinator and help bring engaging classes, events, and experiences to life for our community. From coordinating programs and travel to supporting instructors and learners, this role is all about creating meaningful lifelong learning opportunities.

Apply now: https://jobs.jmu.edu/jobs/lifelong-learning-institute-program-coordinator-harrisonburg-virginia-united-states-e0293320-dfbf-48bb-8f25-367774b6d497

03/30/2026

Award-winning experiences, global impact 🌎🏆

Our Adult Degree Dukes: The Exploration of Migration and Culture in Germany and Poland program received a national award for Outstanding Undergraduate Program for Adult Leaners from NASPA’s Adult Learner and Student Community for its innovative design and transformative impact on undergraduate adult learners.

This honor recognizes Adult Degree Dukes as a national model for expanding access to high-impact global learning and advancing educational equity for adult learners.

We’re proud to see our students celebrated on a national stage for the ways they learn, lead, and engage with the world. Read the full article: https://www.jmu.edu/news/global/2026/03-26-study-abroad-wins-national-award.shtml

Learn more about the Adult Degree Program: https://www.jmu.edu/pce/programs/all/adultdegree/index.shtml

03/30/2026