Who are best suited for certificate programs?

Certificate programs provide a great opportunity for working professionals who want to update their knowledge and skills and for students that want a competitive edge over others as they seek jobs. The advantage of a certificate program is that students can gain certification in a shorter duration at a lower cost, compared to a regular degree program. Furthermore, students will be able to use or transfer the for-credit courses they take as part of the certificate program to the degree program if they pursue the degree option.