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Executive Education

Programs for Government Employees

Develop skills you can apply in your role through flexible programs for military and government professionals. Exclusive rates are available.

Professional Development for Your Role and Career

Penn State Smeal Executive & Professional Programs has a long history of working with government and military logistics communities. Thousands of military and government professionals have developed skills through our programs to tackle challenges in their current roles and prepare for what comes next.

Choose a focused program to build skills you can use now, or work toward a Professional Certificate that supports your longer-term goals. 

Military and government employees can also take advantage of reduced rates on eligible programs.

Exclusive Rates

For military and government employees

Top-Ranked Military- & Veteran-Friendly

Consistently ranked best for military and veterans by Military Times and U.S. News and World Report

Flexible Learning

Choose from in-person, online, and hybrid programs to build skills while balancing your work and other commitments.

Explore Professional Development Programs

Find practical learning that fits your goals. Explore programs in analytics, leadership and strategy, management development, and supply chain management.

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Analytics

Data is only valuable when it leads to better decisions. Strengthen your ability to interpret data, uncover meaningful insights, and communicate what you find with confidence.

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Leadership and Strategy

Advance your ability to lead people, shape strategy, and drive results. From leadership development and management effectiveness to planning, strategy, and decision-making, these programs help you to influence outcomes and create lasting impact.

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Management Development

Great managers create great employee experiences. Build practical skills in communication, coaching, performance management, decision-making, and team leadership while developing the confidence to lead people effectively. 

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Supply Chain Leadership, Management, and Operations

Take a single program to address a specific skill gap, or complete three qualifying programs within a focus area to earn a Penn State Smeal Professional Certificate and demonstrate your commitment to lifelong learning and career advancement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about how Penn State Executive & Professional Programs support military and government employees.

Military and government professionals can choose from programs across , with flexible learning options and available. Eligible employees may also qualify for reduced rates.

Our flexible learning options are designed to fit alongside your professional responsibilities. Program length and format vary, so you can compare individual offerings to find an option that works with your schedule.

Yes. You can earn a by completing three qualifying programs in a certificate area.

Start with the skill you want to develop or the responsibility you want to prepare for next. for help finding an option that aligns with your goals.

Build Skills for What Comes Next

Whether you want to do more in your current role or prepare for your next opportunity, our team can help you find a program that fits. Connect with us to explore your options and learn about reduced rates for eligible military and government employees.