Short Courses

Explore exciting topics with dynamic instructors as your guides.

SMU’s continuing education courses have been part of Dallas’ intellectual fabric since 1953. Designed for lifelong learners, short classes are developed and facilitated by thought leaders and experienced educators who are committed to student success.

New classes start throughout the year. Registration is open to adults 18 and older regardless of educational background.

Learn something new to:

  • Advance Your Career
  • Boost Your Knowledge
  • Enhance Your Life
  • Expand Your Network
  • Help You Succeed
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Contact us at smuthink@smu.edu or 214-768-2273.

Areas of Study

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Self-Paced Online Courses

SMU CAPE offers a comprehensive catalog of self-paced online professional development courses for busy professionals. Courses are affordable, engaging and offer the skills you need to succeed in the competitive job market.
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Management and Leadership Courses

Explore courses in a variety of management and leadership topics.
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Looking for Pre-College Courses?

Circuit Stream, an industry leader in technology programs for teens and adults, offers online and on campus summer classes in AI, coding, business, healthcare, finance, and more!

SMU CAPE is Circuit Stream's promotional partner and does not collaborate on course content or instruction.


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