College of Professional Advancement
Welcome to Mercer University’s College of Professional Advancement
We have a long history of providing exceptional learning experiences that meet the needs of busy adults. The College boasts multiple locations, highly-credentialed faculty, dedicated student resources, and flexible and convenient class schedules. We design our programs and policies to optimize student success. Those seeking advancement into leadership roles can find a selection of coursework relevant to their professional goals.
Academic Programs
The College offers lifelong learning opportunities for those seeking leadership roles in their communities and beyond. Students can choose from a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs taught by faculty who are experts in their fields.
Centers and Initiatives
We’re committed to collaboration, scholarship, and merging theory and practice in meaningful ways. Discover our faculty-driven projects and how they connect to the University’s mission.
Enterprise Learning Partnership Program
Mercer University developed the Enterprise Learning Partnership Program to establish mutually rewarding relationships with local agencies and corporations. Organizations seeking to optimize the performance of their workforce can partner with Mercer for relevant and affordable degree programs.
The College of Professional Advancement in its commitment to busy professionals, provides flexible and convenient classes so employees can balance work and study. Through a comprehensive curriculum, employees strengthen competencies that support their educational and professional goals.
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Latest News and Features
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Alumnae provide trauma therapy to those impacted by Georgia school shooting
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Mercer alumna is a user experience designer for General Motors
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Graduate students selected as pre-master’s fellows to address mental health workforce shortage
Discovery and Innovation
Mercer graduate student creates mental health startup to leverage AI in therapy
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Mercer alumna offers candles, educational experiences at downtown shop
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Alumna provides a voice, support for families as victim advocate
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Informatics professor selected for Governor’s Teaching Fellowship Program
Life at Mercer
Mercer student-led initiative creates teaching press and supportive writing community
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Coastal Georgia Research Initiative event to celebrate Gullah Geechee and African American life and culture on St. Simons Island
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Mercer criminal justice degree helps alumnus advance career in law enforcement
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Grad’s personal experiences lead him to pursue career helping others cope with trauma
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Mercer to confer degrees to more than 2,200 graduates at five commencements in May
Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Hani Q. Khoury, professor and coordinator of mathematics for College of Professional Advancement, published his memoir, Giving Up Is Not An Option: Memoirs of a Palestinian-American, in 2021. His book was one of 51 books worldwide to be nominated by the London-based Middle East Monitor for the 2022 Palestine Book Awards. He next plans to travel around the world to promote his memoir as well as a nonprofit foundation he is establishing to support Palestinian college students with disabilities.
Mercer Next
Mercer Next enables students with an associate degree to find a seamless pathway to a bachelor’s degree program. Graduates of community colleges or technical schools can build on their credentials, achieve personal and professional goals, and maximize their earning potential.
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Consider a Career in Counseling — Mercer’s M.S. in Counseling Webinar
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Leaders of Health Care Webinar: Discussions About Health Care Leadership and Health Informatics
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Your Future in Focus: Psychology Degree Webinar
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Henry County Open House and Information Session
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Admissions – Working Adults Undergraduate
Pre-Pharmacy Admissions Webinar: Next Steps Towards Your Pharm.D.
3:00pm - 3:30pm
Online
Admissions – Working Adults Undergraduate
Lead the Way in 2024 — Master’s in Organizational Leadership Webinar
5:00pm - 5:30pm
Online
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