edX and GetSmarter deliver expert-led and fully supported online courses from the world’s leading universities and institutions.

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edX Executive Education programs are intensive, cohort-based learning experiences that prepare you for the rigors of senior leadership.

Earn a certificate from these world-class universities

83 million learners across the globe

95% of learners met expectations or passed

6-12 weeks to earn a university-backed credential

Elevate your career

Designed with a data-driven focus, our executive education courses help business leaders address organizational challenges and professionals adapt or advance their careers. These online short courses are offered by the world's most reputable institutions in collaboration with GetSmarter.

Gain career-critical skills

Courses built to fit your busy lifestyle and help move your career forward.

Group-based learning

Engage with subject matter experts and network with fellow working professionals.

24/7 support

Around the clock technical assistance, along with support from expert tutors and dedicated advisers.

Frequently asked questions

GetSmarter delivers online education from world-leading universities and institutions to transform the lives of thousands of students across the globe. GetSmarter’s online certificate courses are designed to advance your career and fit in with your busy lifestyle. Each course is expert-led, fully supported and community-based, helping you build career-critical skills. GetSmarter is owned by 2U.

Each week you will have one or more activity submissions due, and on some of our courses there may be live online events that you need to attend. All submissions, live session times, and dates will be shared ahead of time, upon the release of each module, so that you can plan accordingly. Although we recommend that you stick to the weekly deadlines in order to get the most out of your course, there is an extension request service available on the Online Campus for when you need additional time (T&Cs apply). Your Success Adviser is also available to support you with any scheduling challenges.

The Online Campus will be your virtual classroom for the duration of your course on GetSmarter. Through its easy-to-use interface you'll have access to a diverse variety of course content formats, including: interactive video lectures, module notes, practice quizzes, presentations, assignment briefs, and/or additional web resources. Each module is released on a weekly basis, giving you the opportunity to study at your own pace and in your own time.

Success Advisers are available to support you from start to finish and offer administrative and technical assistance for the duration of the course. The Facilitation Team, who are industry experts, provide content support via the Online Campus.