UC Berkeley Extension courses

Understand the variety of risks faced by businesses from small to large, and best practices to mitigate those risks. Topics include the transfer of risk through insurance and reinsurance, the role of government in risk management, the function of financial…

This course examines how emotional intelligence shapes the use and perception of power within modern organizational structures. Students will explore how individuals lead, communicate, and make decisions in environments influenced by both formal authority and…

Understand the goals, processes and operations of business enterprises. Examine the functions that a company must effectively manage to be successful, such as accounting, finance, human resource management, marketing, operations management and strategic…

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to clinical trial planning including data management, clinical trial database design, case report forms (CRFs), as well as protocol development and informed consent requirements. The curriculum examines…

Get an introduction to machine learning using Python. Machine learning is a key skill for data scientists and specialized roles like machine learning engineer, AI developers and other AI focused positions. Many industries depend on practitioners of machine…

This course introduces the concepts, applications, and strategies essential to becoming an effective leader. It explores best practices for influencing organizational behavior to improve management effectiveness and team performance. Key topics include…

Get an overview of performance management, including its definition, benefits and application in most organizations. If you are a manager or supervisor in a company of any size and want to learn more about performance management, this course teaches you how…

Information technology has impacted every area of modern organizations, and with the projected labor and skills shortage, the need for strategic deployment of HR systems to account for an organization’s talent becomes more critical. Both HR specialists and…

Explore the world of residential and commercial interior design in this introductory course. Gain exposure to resources, design theory, history, vocabulary and the process of design. For those contemplating registering for the certificate, this course…

An Agile management framework of values, principles and practices allows managers at all levels to more effectively respond to change, work collaboratively with customers and increase productivity. Learn the core principles of Agile management and how to…

Gain the ability to assess proposed solutions to determine which solution best fits the business need, identify gaps and shortcomings in solutions, and determine necessary workarounds or changes to the solution. Learn how business analysts assess deployed…

In this course, students explore the impact of technology on the role of a facilities manager and get an overview of the multiple systems they are likely to utilize in the field. Students learn about various types of facilities management technologies and…

In today’s digital landscape, businesses of all sizes have unprecedented opportunities to reach and engage targeted audiences. This course explores advancements in digital marketing—including AI-powered targeting and personalization, search engine…

Study fundamental concepts of mammalian physiology (primarily human), including neural, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, endocrine, digestive and reproductive physiology. Explore in detail homeostasis; molecular and cellular physiology; and the…

Managerial accounting, also called management accounting, focuses on providing information to help individuals inside an organization make better operational decisions. It differs from financial accounting, which focuses on providing information to persons or…

Creating and maintaining a high-performance organization requires building individual and organizational change capability to create a culture of learning and continuous improvement. As organizations experience the acceleration of change, it becomes even more…

Artificial intelligence, especially generative AI, is transforming how companies understand their customers, design campaigns, and measure impact. Explore the evolving intersection of marketing, strategy, technology, and ethics—where the future of the…

Get the foundational knowledge of marketing concepts, terminology and practices and how to apply them to current marketing situations to affect an organization’s profitability. Examine how artificial intelligence (AI) tools can support marketing decisions…

Explore the entire cycle of market research, from identifying objectives and planning; choosing methodology; designing questionnaires and focus group guides; collecting, analyzing and interpreting data; and presenting findings. You place special emphasis on…

This course introduces the mathematical and statistical concepts commonly used in business analysis and in preparation for M.B.A. coursework. Students will develop a strong foundation in probability and descriptive statistics, including measures of central…

Gain familiarity with important microbial pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. You then study their biological characteristics, epidemiology, mechanisms and routes of transmission, pathogenesis and immunity, host response, control and…

This course introduces students to the definitions and use of medical terms. It is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of word parts, medical terms, abbreviations, and how they are used in relation to human body systems, disease, and…

Get an introduction to medical microbiology and general laboratory techniques in a course designed for students who have some background in biology and chemistry.

Develop and deploy web applications and become proficient in server-side scripting languages and frameworks. Master web architecture fundamentals, including HTTP protocols, static content delivery, dynamic content generation, and load balancing. You also…

Note: Name changed from Principles and Techniques of Molecular Cell Biology in Feb. 2021 Gain a detailed understanding of genes from a perspective of structure and function. You learn details of nucleic acid structure, mechanisms of replication, repair,…

A continuation of differential and integral calculus into the domain of higher dimensions. This course introduces functions of multiple variables and vector-valued functions, explores differentiation and integration of these functions, and examines…

This course explores effective strategies and actionable tactics for persuading others and reaching long-lasting, mutually beneficial agreements. Students will learn conflict resolution techniques to address interpersonal and group disputes, applying these…

Get an overview of the fundamental principles of the organization, function and development of the human nervous system, including neural development and diseases. Examine experimental approaches from anatomy to molecular biology, and critically evaluate…

Learn the structure, nomenclature, bonding, properties and reactions of carbon compounds. Study the organic chemistry of alkanes, acids and bases, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, ethers, sulfides and epoxides. This course is aimed at science majors; premedical,…

Prepare to study reactions of functional groups and interactions of polyfunctional compounds, infrared spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry and ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy. You also get an introduction to biochemistry, lipids,…

Acquire a variety of fundamental laboratory techniques applicable to the study, separation, purification and preparation of organic compounds. This course is designed for biology majors; premedical, prehealth and returning students; and professionals…

Get an introduction to the essential materials and techniques of painting, including building and stretching a canvas, mixing color, underpainting, glazing and washing, dry brushing and using a palette knife. Explore the use of composition, line, contrast,…

Expanding on the basic painting techniques and principles learned in Painting Fundamentals ART X410, this course further engages you in the use of composition, color, contrast, light and movement. Image-illustrated lectures, demonstrations, and individual and…

Learn the mechanisms of pathogenesis at the molecular, cellular, organ and system level in practical contexts, participating in discussions using real-life cases relating pathophysiological mechanisms to a wide spectrum of signs and symptoms. Gain a deeper…

Apply the substantive knowledge gained in prior courses to prepare and present a complete financial plan in an environment of nonliability. Considerable role playing is involved, and you receive feedback on written work. Enrollment is limited. Accelerated…

Learn the general principles of pharmacology and mechanisms of drug action at the molecular level. Study the different drug classes and their effects on the various systems of the human body. Explore current topics of pharmacogenomics and gene/protein…

This course covers the use of Adobe Photoshop, an essential tool for the work of any graphic or visual designer. The class focuses on the creation of " composites," a design technique unique to Photoshop. Students will learn the fundamental concepts of the…

Study the fundamental concepts of physics, including forces, properties of matter, kinetics, thermodynamics, heat, wave motion, fluids and sound. This class is designed for biology, premedical, prehealth and architecture students. In addition, it is…

Get an introduction to the fundamental concepts of physics, including introduction to forces, properties of matter, kinetics, thermodynamics, heat, wave motion, fluids, sound and other topics of interest. This course is associated with Physics I PHYSICS X3A.

Get an introduction to the human cardiovascular and respiratory systems, including normal physiology, exercise and pathophysiology. Examine current topics in diagnosis, control and prevention of disease through case studies and journal articles.

Explore multiple writing and revision techniques, drawing possibilities for new work from your own work and the poems of others. Learn to open up your poems to further invention and revise them to invite both surprise and mastery. You read published poems and…

Understand the role of regulatory affairs after licensure and commercialization of a biopharmaceutical product, including responsibilities and relationships with other functions. Using case studies, examine Phase 4 studies, safety surveillance, label…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This DAT Preparatory course is delivered by Kaplan. The DAT Limitless Preparatory course from Kaplan integrates self-paced videos…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This GRE Preparatory course is delivered by Kaplan. Choose from in-person or live-online course formats. You will gain access to 7…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This MCAT Preparatory course is delivered by Kaplan in live-online course format. MCAT Prep includes: 48 hours of live instruction…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This OAT Preparatory course is delivered by Kaplan. Live-online course format. You will gain access to 12 sessions (including 4…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This PCAT Preparatory course is delivered by Kaplan. Live-online course format. You will gain access to 12 sessions (including 3…

Develop a cohesive body of work that demonstrates your approach to art making; gain a skill level appropriate for potential application to graduate programs; and practice the presentation of your conceptual intent and artworks in formal, philosophical and…

Examine the value of graduate-level education, the state of the art market, prac­tical realities of applying for grants and public commissions, and the role that the media plays in developing an artistic career. (Available summer term)

This course builds a strong foundation in the algebraic, functional, and trigonometric concepts essential for the study of calculus. Students will develop proficiency in solving equations and identities, performing advanced polynomial factoring, and…