Certificate Programs

The advanced certificate programs are open to graduate degree students enrolled in any program at San José State University. Members of the public who hold an undergraduate degree may also apply to complete any of these certificate programs through SJSU Open University.

Basic Certificate Programs

Global Citizenship Certificate

Advanced Certificate Programs

Choose from several programs which provide a condensed way of gaining expertise in areas ranging from real estate development to transportation and land use planning. 

• Advanced Certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate
• Affordable Housing and Community Development Finance Certificate
• Applications of Technology in Planning Certificate
• Community Design and Development Certificate
• Environmental Planning Certificate
• Real Estate Development Certificate (CRED)
  If you're a graduate student at SJSU, then you are eligible for the CRED Program. Graduate students who are relying on CRED Program credits to meet their university graduation requirements should send an email to the Urban Planning, MUP Graduate Advisor. For more information, contact the CRED Director.
  Note to Open University Students: OU students will only be able to register for CRED classes on the first day of the semester. Don't worry, there will be space for you! You may contact the CRED Director and/or the class instructor for an add code.
• Transportation and Land Use Planning Certificate

Have more questions? Our advisors are here to help!
Visit program advising for a list of programs and advisors.