Short courses for professional development
Online and in-person courses for professionals
Short courses and workshops
Our extensive range of continuing professional development short courses and workshops are designed with academic experts from across the University and beyond, allowing professional learners from across the globe the opportunity to benefit from Oxford University's excellence in research and teaching.
Develop or gain new skills in subjects including business and management, technology, medicine, natural sciences and cultural heritage.
Upcoming courses
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
Gain a solid understanding of the global financial system, covering key institutions, market dynamics, monetary and fiscal policy, and risk management. Ideal for financial professionals, new entrants to the profession and students wishing to deepen their
- Mon 23 Feb 2026 – 04 Mar 2026
- 4 meetings
- 19.00 - 20.30 (UK time)
Short intensive • Professional development
Introducing some of the more advanced concepts and skills of research design and how they relate to evidence-based health care.
- Mon 02 Mar 2026 – 06 Mar 2026
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
Exploring how to deliver health care that is sustainable for people and the planet
- Mon 02 Mar 2026 – 06 Mar 2026
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
Fast-track your journey from technical expert to leader. Gain practical skills to manage teams, balance leadership with process, and drive high performance. Learn how to motivate, prioritise, and transition into management with confidence.
- Tue 03 Mar 2026 – 04 Mar 2026
- 9:00am - 5:00pm
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
Good communication is key to achieving high performance in the workplace. Today's team leaders need to communicate with multiple stakeholders using multiple communication methods. This course will cover how to excel in written and verbal communication.
- Thu 05 Mar 2026 – 06 Mar 2026
- 9:00am - 5:00pm
Short intensive • Professional development
Using economics to improve health and healthcare
- Mon 09 Mar 2026 – 13 Mar 2026
Business and management skills
Expert-led, flexible CPD courses designed for professionals, managers, and entrepreneurs. We deliver cutting-edge insights in leadership, strategy, and more—helping you stay ahead in an evolving business landscape.Cultural heritage training
Expert CPD tuition for those with a keen interest, professional or personal, in archaeology, historic buildings and cultural heritage.Data science, computing and maths
Qualifications, short courses, part-time study and online courses in data science, computing and mathematics at Oxford University.Diplomatic studies
Courses for mid career diplomats, as well as those who are new to the field of diplomacy and international relations.Education and study skills
Short, part-time and online courses in education and study skills at the University of OxfordEnvironment and sustainability
Courses in the environment, sustainability, urbanism, wildlife conservation and ecology - whether your interest is professional or personal.Medical and health sciences
Postgraduate qualifications, short courses, part-time study and online courses in medical and health sciences at Oxford University.Philosophy
Short courses, summer schools and postgraduate courses in philosophy and ethics at the University of Oxford.Psychology, counselling and psychotherapy
Short, part-time and online courses in psychology, counselling and psychotherapy at the University of Oxford.