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Expand your expertise and advance your career with our flexible, online professional development courses.

Upskilling with Graduate Courses

Choose from a number of 3-credit online courses, built for working professionals and delivered in short, six- to seven-week modules. Courses follow an asynchronous format, giving you the flexibility to complete weekly modules — including videos, readings, simulations and other interactive content — on your own schedule. Stay connected with optional live interactions with faculty and classmates, such as our signature Buffalo Study Nights and Zoom-based office hours.

Course Offerings

What should I consider when choosing a course?

Each course is a compact, high-impact learning experience. While flexible, they can be intensive — some weeks may require up to 20 hours of focused effort — depending on the course and semester phase. We encourage you to review your personal schedule and other commitments when planning your coursework.

Semester Corresponding Dates
Fall A 8/25/2025 – 10/15/2025
Fall B 10/16/2025 – 12/8/2025
Spring A 1/26/2026 – 3/13/2026
Spring B 3/23/2026 – 5/8/2026
Summer I 5/26/2026 – 7/3/2026
Summer III 7/7/2026 – 8/14/2026

In addition, some courses may include specific recommendations or requirements from the instructor. Be sure to check for any considerations listed beneath each course description.

Tuition and Fees

Pricing for non-degree courses is on a per-credit basis, meaning you only pay for the specific classes you take. This structure makes it easy to manage costs and tailor your education to your budget. For example, a three-credit course would cost $1,895.49* for New York state residents, and $3,701.49* for non-residents.

For a detailed breakdown of costs, refer to our full tuition and fees website below.

*All tuition and fees are subject to change at the discretion of the university. Tuition information was published in July 2025 and reflects SUNY-approved rates for fall 2025.