The Professional Edge portfolio of trainings, immersions, and events caters to a spectrum of commitments and learning styles. No matter which options you choose, you can expect to develop in-demand skills from subject matter experts in a hands-on learning environment—completely free for University of Oregon students.
Trainings
Uplevel Your Skills
Take your skills to the next level with a microcredential-eligible, in-depth training program. Trainings are available at no cost to students, but they do require enrollment in advance due to limited capacity.
Stand out from the crowd and discover how to enhance your professional presence and amplify your influence at work.
Enhance your data analysis and visualization skills with Microsoft Power BI, moving beyond the confines of stagnant data and transforming it into a living, breathing dashboard.
Build confidence while learning the tools to craft and deliver impactful business presentations that drive action.
Focusing on relationship-based sales techniques, you'll refine your sales approach, improve your communication skills, and learn how to establish trust with others.
Get started exploring and visualizing your data quickly in this hands-on introduction to Tableau.
Develop a consultant mindset by breaking down complex business problems, conducting market research, and applying analytical frameworks to develop strategic solutions.
Immersions
Real-World Application
Blend skill-building with practical, real-world application through a professional immersion. In our immersions, students work closely with industry mentors on hands-on projects, earning advanced microcredentials and expanding their professional network. While there is no cost to participate in an immersion, there is an application process. Applications for upcoming immersions open during week 7 of the term prior.
Enhance and refine your data analytics skills while driving business insights.
Solve real-world problems in logistics and operations management.
Events
Interactive Learning
Events offer one-time professional development experiences aimed at imparting cutting-edge skills relevant to professional growth with minimal time commitment.