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Programs:

Certificate Programs

Harvard Extension School offers five graduate certificate programs that represent one year of study beyond the bachelor's degree.

• The Certificate of Special Studies (CSS) is designed for students with some managerial experience who wish to improve their skills through formal academic training and for those with little or no experience in management who wish to acquire an academic background in this area. Since classes in administration and management often rely on case studies based on actual business scenarios, it is useful to have some experience in a business setting before beginning the program.

• The Certificate in Public Health (CPH), offered jointly by the Harvard School of Public Health and Harvard Extension School, is designed to meet the educational needs of a wide range of health professionals, from physicians, administrators, and staff working in environmental, occupational, and public health agencies to those working in private hospitals and health clinics. The program also serves students wishing to explore the field of public health.

• The Certificate in Museum Studies (CMS) is designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge and competence to pursue professional careers in the field of museums. It is appropriate for students with some background in the field of museum studies who want to improve their skills through formal academic training, and for those with little or no experience who wish to acquire a background in the field.

• The Certificate in Publishing and Communications (CPC) is designed for students with some writing experience who wish to gain technical and professional training for careers in the world of publishing and media production. The program consists of core courses in editing and publishing; elective courses in expository, creative, and professional writing, and desktop publishing; and an internship in an editorial or publication office.

• The Certificate in Applied Sciences (CAS) is designed for students with modest academic backgrounds in science or mathematics who need formal training in computer and information technology to further their career goals. The program includes basic courses in computer science, mathematics, and physics, as well as specialized courses of immediate relevance to today's high technology industries. Students who already possess significant proficiency in computer science and related fields might wish to consider the Master of Liberal Arts in Information Technology.

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