Helping organizations achieve success in today’s complex business world.

The mission of the Center for Continuing Education (CCE) at Stony Brook University is to revitalize the area’s workforce through education that helps stimulate business growth and strengthen economic well-being. CCE programs provide essential skill sets that promote corporate competitiveness while, at the same time, helping to fill available employment niches with highly qualified workers.

At CCE, we have exactly what you need for success.

Certificate Programs

Whether you want to become a better leader, sharpen your communication, or learn a new technical skill, we have the perfect program for you. Our professional certificate programs are designed to broaden your knowledge, hone your skills, and complement your existing career—turning you into the company’s next top asset.

Individual Professional Education

For individuals looking to attain higher-level roles in business, or for professionals transitioning to a new career, the CCE offers ongoing public courses that can be taken as part of a Certificate program or as standalone courses to strengthen and expand their skill and knowledge base.

Customized Education

The driving force behind any company’s success is the ability of its business leaders and management professionals to perform at a high level. Our format allows us to bring you programs that are targeted to meet specific objectives within your company. Education can be delivered to your professional staff on site, at a location of your choice or at Stony Brook University facilities. Together we will select, identify and design the appropriate programs to benefit your employees and to help generate a more vibrant and resilient business environment.

Leadership That Makes a Difference

Effective leaders aren’t born—they’re made. At CCE, we know what it takes to become the kind of leader that makes businesses better. Start learning the skills that will send you up the company ranks today!

Economic Development Funding

Government funding may be available to assist your company in providing workforce and professional development education. We can get you started with some basic guidance and point you in the right direction to help you leverage funding opportunities.