Program

LAUNCH Certificates

A unique opportunity for UCSD Undergraduates to earn a UCSD Extension Specialized or Advanced Specialized Certificate while pursuing their bachelor’s degree.  LAUNCH Certificates are designed specifically for undergraduates allowing students to focus on practical real-world concepts through coursework designed by professionals currently in the workplace.

All courses represent skills necessary to meet entry-level opportunities matching the strengths of college students with some of the fastest growing and most promising industry sectors today. Students earn a certificate in a field of their choice. Classes in each certificate program are held during the evenings, and the combination of all classes can be completed in 3-5 quarters. 

Current certificate choices include:

• Biotech Manufacturing
• Business Analysis
• Clinical Trials Administration
• Financial Analysis
• Paralegal
• Patent Law and Protection
• Project Team Management
• Quality Assurance/Control Specialist
• Regulatory Affairs
• Sustainable Business Practices
• Technical Documentation

This program is offered in cooperation with UCSD Academic Affairs, Undergraduate Education.