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Give your employees the skills they need to excel in their roles with our corporate training courses. Choose from our public short courses or create your own customised training experience.
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Why choose us?
Industry experts – Learn from our best trainers in the business that actively work in the industry they teach. Get insider tips and tricks from the experts.
Course choice & quality – Experience the same high quality of content and presenter that everyone has come to expect from our public courses.
Cost savings – Save time and money. Get your entire team trained up quickly and easily while benefiting from discounted rates.
USYD certificate of completion – Boost your employee resume's with a world-renowned university. Every participant receives a University of Sydney certificate of completion.
Account management – Enjoy a stress-free learning experience. Relax while we take care of everything.
Tailored to organisational needs – Off-the-shelf content can be customised to suit your organisation. Get the exact content you need that's relevant to your team.
Arts and humanities
Arts and humanities courses are a fantastic way to explore interesting topics. They also help to develop your analytical thinking and communication techniques – useful in whichever career you choose.
Business and management
When you enrol in a business and management training course at the University of Sydney’s Centre for Continuing Education, you’re making a valuable investment in your professional life.
English
Improve your spoken and written English skills with CCE courses designed to strengthen your grasp of the English language. These courses are ideal for anyone who wants to revisit or further their understanding of English grammar.
Horticulture and gardening
Learn horticulture and gardening the smart way with horticulture and gardening courses at CCE, the University of Sydney.
HSC preparation (years 10-12)
The HSC syllabus has changed. We’ve responded, with an all-new program of over 60 HSC preparatory courses led by brilliant educators who will get you focused on the content that matters.
Human resources
An organisation’s greatest asset is its employees. The huge expansion of the HR industry in recent years has resulted in an urgent demand for ongoing training and development.
Information technology
If you’re competent in IT, you’re invaluable to your workplace. But as we’re all aware, it’s a field that’s constantly changing. The information technology courses at the Centre for Continuing Education are designed to get you on top of the latest developments.
Language and culture
Of course, learning a different language is not just for overseas travellers. You may want to gain a greater appreciation of your heritage, speak with friends from other countries, or you may simply enjoy the intellectual stimulation of learning another way to communicate.
Marketing
The Centre for Continuing Education has a wide range of marketing courses. From content marketing and social media, to writing persuasively and editing, you’re sure to find courses to suit you or your business.
Micro-credentials
Our micro-credentials deliver cutting edge skills. Choose from a range of industry-ready short courses.
Music and film
Almost 100 per cent of Australians say the arts play a role in their lives, according to a survey by the Australian Council for the Arts.
Project management
Our new program of project management courses has been developed in conjunction with the University of Sydney’s School of Project Management – ensuring we deliver you the highest quality content by expert trainers.
Psychology and psychiatry
Are you fascinated by people’s behaviour and thought patterns? You’re not alone. Our psychology courses cover a range of perspectives, from personal insights and self-help, to workplace psychology and practical everyday applications.
Public sector
Working in government can provide the opportunity to effect real change and the satisfaction of serving your community. At the Centre for Continuing Education, we have a range of courses that will equip you to work across all levels of government.
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Featured courses
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Leadership Course
This course is for you if you are an emerging leader, have leadership aspirations, or want to become better acquainted with the latest trends in leadership theory and practice.
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Power BI Course: Introduction
This Power BI training course will provide you with the skills to tackle data modelling with confidence and improve your decision-making ability with this self-service business intelligence tool.
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Introduction to Agile
Agile is a strategy that is proving to be very effective in project work of all kinds. What began as a product development and then IT approach, is now being used broadly across all business projects.
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Google Analytics
This introductory Google Analytics course is designed to help you and your business get more from your Google Analytics account.
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Editing and Proofreading
This editing and proofreading course will help you sharpen your written communications and improve your ability to sell, lead or inform.
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Spanish
This beginner's course aims to provide you with the ability to understand and use familiar Spanish expressions and basic phrases to satisfy simple daily needs.
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Emotional Intelligence
This course is useful for anyone who leads or works with other people, no matter the size of the organisation.
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Creative Writing
Designed to give you the practical skills to approach your creative writing projects with confidence, this creative writing course is built around particular topics integral to the writing process.
Learning for every stage of life
Choose from 100s of short courses, all open to the public.
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We’re part of the university
Our training courses have been meeting the learning and education needs of the Sydney community since 1886 and are backed by the expertise of the University of Sydney and carefully selected educators who are industry experts in their field.
What people say about our courses
“ CCE has provided me with a fantastic on-going learning experience. CCE's course instructors are knowledgeable and experienced in their subject matter, and are able to deliver learnings in a way that makes absorbing this complex language much more manageable and engaging.”
- Faith Benjaathonsirikul
“ Education should always be this fun, effective and informative. My French has improved, my confidence has soared, my friend group enlarged. I encourage everyone to take the leap and follow your passion at Sydney CCE.”
- Stuart Carley
“ I write professionally but had not previously attempted creative writing. The Masterclass was a revelation. We all received thoughtful individual attention for our needs and interests, Mark shared an apparently endless fund of tips, ideas, stories, quotes and poems to encourage our creativity. A must-attend for aspiring writers.”
- Elyssebeth Leigh
“ This course is an excellent and well-rounded introduction into counseling for those who want to either enter the profession or are looking to refresh their existing skills. John Le Mesurier (Lecturer) makes the vibe very casual and covers the basics of counseling and typical cases that are seen in the real world based on his many years of experience.”
- Anthony Nedanoski
“ This course (Forensic Psychology) was far beyond my expectations! Richard’s knowledge and experience in this field was extremely interesting and provided an insight into areas I was not aware. The way he delivered the course was entertaining and engaging. I will definitely be back for the Advanced Course!”
- Simone Jajou