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Be a Lifelong Learner

Learning doesn’t end when you graduate. From advanced degrees to free webinars, professional education, and certifications, there are many ways for University of Michigan alumni to continue their education and advance their professional careers.

Earn your Master’s degree

Deepen your technical skills, specialize in a critical field, and accelerate your professional career by earning a Master’s degree from University of Michigan Engineering. Our nearly 40 highly-ranked Master’s programs are led by world-renowned faculty, offering unparalleled opportunities for learning, innovation, and collaboration. Learn more about our Master’s degree programs.

Certificates and professional specializations

Stay current with Michigan Engineering Online & Professional Education. This is the College’s home for professional development, built for engineering professionals and organizations that need to rapidly master in-demand technical topics. Choose from in-person, live-virtual, or self-paced formats in topics like AI, Lean Thinking, Six Sigma, project management, and leadership. Explore our certificates and specialized programs.

Free online learning & webinars

Leadership & Innovation Webinar Series

Prioritize consistent professional development and growth by participating in the Leadership and Innovation webinar series. Whether you are an established or aspiring leader, focus on your growth to lead your team to success. View the available recorded webinars.

Michigan Online

Through Michigan Online, you can access 250+ free courses to advance your knowledge in a broad range of topics. Alumni get free, asynchronous video access to hundreds of courses and series across all subjects, complete with certificates of completion.

Alumni Association’s Lifelong Learning

Curiosity never graduates! Explore, learn, and grow through the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan. Their Alumni Education Gateway highlights the latest university news, courses, events, exhibits, lectures, podcasts, and videos. And check out their featured Alum 101 mini-courses, which cover non-engineering topics taught by faculty, staff, and alumni experts—from the science of sleep to ultra-processed food to classical literature. Explore the lifelong learning opportunities.