In a rapidly changing job market, staying competitive is crucial. But how?

According to Forbes, getting a professional certificate to sharpen your skills and enhance your resume can significantly improve your chances of landing a job — and even lead to a salary increase.

Whether you’re new in your career or simply looking for a change of scenery, the University of South Carolina has a wide range of professional education and certificate programs designed to boost your marketability in today’s job market. Think:

Leadership development
Supply chain management
Grant writing
Lean Six Sigma (read: problem-solving and data-based decision-making)
Paralegal studies
Project management
Human resource management
Government finance

Bonus: These in-person and online programs are flexible. Students can attend class whenever it works for them — yes, even on evenings and weekends.

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