Mason Career Academy

Learn cutting-edge skills from world-class industry leaders

Professional Certificates offer flexible, online training designed to get you job-ready in 6-8 months, no experience required.

George Mason University will provide you access to job-aligned career training through Coursera’s online courses and help you gain industry professional certificates and micro-credentials from the world’s leading companies, such as Google, Meta, IBM and more. Whether you’re navigating a career transition or looking to boost your skills for the next big opportunity, Mason Career Academy is here to help!

These certificates can increase earning potential, help you stand out with employers, and support your success, role changes, and career advancements. To take advantage of the preferred pricing and get full access to the Mason Career Academy and Career Academy Plus catalog, register (links below) through Mason’s Continuing and Professional Education (Mason CPE) and start your upskilling journey today.

Mason Faculty & Staff and Current Students are able to enjoy FREE access to Mason Career Academy at the links below. 

Access to Mason Career Academy:

Mason Career Academy gives professionals and Alumni access to 90+ online training courses and industry-recognized technical certs through Coursera, the global online learning platform. Ideal for individuals in career transitions or seeking to upskill, take any course you want, whenever you want. Learn new skills, explore a new subject, or advance your career goals. Earn a Coursera certificate to share on LinkedIn or your resume. You must activate your access by paying the registration fee through Mason CPE’s registration page, see link below. 

Register Here to Gain Access to Coursera

Explore Career Academy Catalog

*If you are an Alumni and forgot your Mason email please contact [email protected] for assistance.

Access to Mason Career Academy PLUS:

Mason Career Academy PLUS provides unlimited access to 7000+ professional certifications and specializations across all industry content in the Coursera catalog, including advanced level content and credentials, as well Gen AI courses. Gain credentials from industry leaders and prepare for in-demand careers in tech, business, data science, and more. Access to PLUS gives you unlimited flexible learning and shareable certificates to boost your resume and LinkedIn profile. You must activate your access by paying the registration fee through Mason CPE’s registration page, see link below. 

Register Here to Gain Access to Coursera PLUS

Explore Career Academy PLUS Catalog

*Mason Career Academy Plus is not eligible for complimentary access for Faculty & Staff and Current Students

Complimentary Access to Mason Career Academy for Current Students, Faculty & Staff:

Mason Career Career Academy gives Current Students, Faculty and Staff FREE access to 90+ online courses and Specializations on Coursera, the global online learning platform. Take any course you want, whenever you want. Learn new skills, explore a new subject, or advance your career goals. Earn a Coursera certificate to share on LinkedIn or your resume. To take advantage of this opportunity, you must have a Mason email address to enroll.

Career Academy for Faculty and Staff 

Career Academy for Current Students 

Prepare for in-demand job roles, including:

For more information on Coursera or Mason Career Academy, please contact [email protected]