Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno

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Graphics Professional Series

The Graphics Professional Series offers Introductory Courses — photography and photo editing courses for beginners — as well as Professional Courses exploring the Adobe® Creative® Suite software package. Series courses offer opportunities to build a solid knowledge base and hone existing skills with course content ranging from the basics of using a digital camera to hands-on training in the latest versions of Adobe® Dreamweaver®, Flash®, Illustrator®, InDesign®, Photoshop® and more.
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Business Computer Skills

This new course series offers instruction in Microsoft Office 2007 applications ranging from the basics of word processing to intermediate skills for database management. Six- and 12-hour courses explore introductory to advanced topics in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook 2007. Hands-on practice prepares participants to apply skills immediately in the workplace. Learn more »

Social Media Marketing

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Social media has revolutionized the way we do business. Reaching far beyond traditional marketing media, businesses today must open the lines of communication with potential customers and develop valuable interactive online relationships practically unheard of just 10 years ago using such tools as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, dynamic blogs and more. Learn more »

Senior Manager in HR

Senior Manager in Human Resources Professional Certificate

Today’s senior executives and managers in human resources must be multitalented as business partners, leaders, change agents, advocates and HR experts. This advanced 10-course certificate is designed to provide human resources leaders with strategic and tactical skills for improving organizational effectiveness, developing a talent-management culture, building employee engagement, and understanding the fiscal impacts of human resources departments. Learn more »

Project Management

Project Management Essentials
Certificate Program

Receive the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully lead and manage any type of project across all areas of business and industry. This 45-hour, three-course series includes both theoretical and practical approaches to project management with hands-on experience working in real-world scenarios. Learn more »

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Professional Development Courses

Gaming Management Program

Credit Courses and Degree Programs

Travel Programs

Conferences

Performing Arts Series and Reno Jazz Festival

Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)

Youth, Music and
Sports Camps

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Join a growing field: Human Resources
Courses and Programs

According to the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment is projected to grow by 22 percent between 2008 and 2018 for all human resources, training, and labor relations managers and specialists occupations, much faster than the average for all occupations. College graduates and those who have earned certification should have the best job opportunities.

In response to rising demand, Extended Studies has developed programs designed to meet the changing needs of HR professionals across the state, the region and the nation. Northern Nevada’s leading provider of human resources education for more than 20 years, the University of Nevada, Reno offers courses and certificates designed for those working in a wide range of roles and with varying experience in human resources and related fields.
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KIDS University online registration now open!

KIDS U KIDS University, June 11-July 27, 2012, is a fun and educational day camp open to children entering grades 2-8, offered in seven weeklong sessions. Sessions are held on the University campus, and some include field trips. KIDS U features programs and activities to energize kids' minds and bodies. Full-day sessions run Monday-Friday, from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with a lunch break followed by afternoon recreational activities. Half-day participants may be picked up at 12:15 p.m. For more information click here or call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928.

Looking for Sports Camps?

Boys and girls of all ages and abilities are invited to join Wolf Pack coaches and players for full-day, half-day and overnight camps including baseball, basketball, golf, soccer, softball and volleyball. Learn more »

Business education your way. Anytime, anywhere.

The online Executive MBA from the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno

Designed to accommodate the schedules of mid-career executives and experienced professionals, The Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) program is offered online, allowing professionals to continue working while earning their EMBA. The program focuses on managerial skills in problem identification and analysis, and the application of managerial skills to real-world solutions.

Study with some of the nation’s best business faculty from our part-time MBA program — ranked by BusinessWeek in 2011 as one of the top five part-time MBAs in the country. Learn more »

Seminars and short courses for
high-performance management!

Designed for veteran and emerging executives and mid-level managers, as well as aspiring leaders in administrative support positions, Extended Studies Executive Learning and Leadership courses are based on leading-edge research and designed by some of the foremost experts in their fields. Courses examine a range of issues in targeted subject areas, offering practical tools and innovative leadership strategies that can be used immediately in the workplace. Learn more »

How much time can you spend to build your career?

Earn university credentials to enhance your professional qualifications, strengthen your current position, move up the corporate ladder, open your options or guide you on a new career path. We’ll help you do it on your terms:

One-Two days

Earn PHR/SPHR recertification credits in a number of courses, or hone management strategies and strengthen your résumé in such courses as Performance Management*, Strategy and Innovation, Conducting Successful Interviews*, Employee Relations*, Tribal Leadership*, Coaching Skills for Managers*, Open Leadership and more.

Weekends

Gain marketable skills to expand your current position or prepare for another in the Graphics Professional Series or earn an educational credential to help you advance in one of the nation’s fastest-growing fields with the Paralegal Studies Certificate.

Evenings

Reach higher levels of leadership excellence in the Advanced Management Program or new Executive Learning and Leadership courses, learn about the latest green technologies in the Energy Management Certificate, transform your marketing plan with the Social Media Marketing Certificate, gain skills to lead and manage any type of project in Project Management Essentials Certificate courses, prepare for national certification in the PHR/SPHR Study Program, or discover resources for professional and family caregivers in the Caregiving Essentials Certificate.

Weekdays

Experience an unparalleled educational opportunity in the Excellence in Nonprofit Management Institute, join leaders from the field in the Fundraising Professionals Certificate, develop advanced HR strategies with industry experts in Senior Manager in HR Professional Certificate courses, or develop hands-on skills with Business Computer Skills Series courses.

Anytime, Anywhere

Earn an online certificate in as few as three months in our fast-track format. Choose the online LearnLaw Certificate, Project Management or Purchasing Management Certificate, or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certificate.

*Courses marked with an asterisk have been approved for six to 18 general or strategic credit hours toward PHR, SPHR or GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute (HRCI). Use of the HRCI seal is not an endorsement by HRCI of program quality. For more information, visit http://www.hrci.org.

Graphics Professional Series

Business Computer Skills