Welcome to the Office of Professional Advancement

We teach, train, test and certify core business skills for the modern working professional.

If you are entering the job market for the first time, returning to the workforce, seeking a career change or wanting to get that big promotion – UM’s Office of Professional Advancement is here to help you.

In today’s competitive and ever-changing workplace, acquiring and improving certified skills is an essential key to professional success and advancement. The UM Office of Professional Advancement is dedicated to quality career training for working professionals. Our classes are conveniently scheduled in the evenings and on weekends and all are taught by working professionals, actively practicing in their field.

As an enrolled student at the UM Office of Professional Advancement you will also have access to the University’s Toppel Career Center where you will receive counseling in resume writing and job-interview skills. Additionally, our faculty and staff are well qualified and more than happy to discuss your career training options and to describe the various courses we offer. Call us for an advising session: 305-284-4000.