Today, individuals working in all fields, at all stages in their careers, must constantly learn new skills. Successful workers know such learning is a career-long, if not lifelong, proposition. Successful employers know how to help employees gain access to further education and capitalize on employees' new skills to help their business to be more competitive.

The School of Professional Studies (SPS) offers courses and academic programs that meet the needs of adults looking for new skills to advance in their careers and for employers looking to keep their edge in today's competitive marketplace. SPS also offers current CUNY students access to specialized or unique academic programs.

SPS offers classes for college credit, which can be used toward degrees, certificates and professional accreditations in a range of fields, including education, law, science, arts and culture, and healthcare and human services. We educate professionals looking for career advancement and to acquire new skills. We also develop customized programs that meet the needs of employers.

The School of Professional Studies is based at CUNY's Graduate School and University Center in midtown Manhattan. Courses are also offered at other CUNY campuses, and various other locations throughout the city.