Professional Development

Registration Information

Registration Information
 Payment Information
Financial Aid and Discounts
Application Information
Withdrawal Information

Registration Information

How can I register for a course?
There are four convenient ways to register for Professional Development courses:

1. Online: Access the Online Registration System.
Online registrations are accepted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
2. Phone: Call UIC External Education at (312) 355-0423.
Our business hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time.
3. Fax: Download the Registration Form, and fax to (312) 413-9730.
Registration Forms may be sent to the attention of UIC External Education.
4. Postal Mail: Download the Registration Form, and mail to:
UIC External Education
Attn: Student Communications Coordinator
1333 South Halsted Street, Suite 205
Chicago, Illinois 60607

Will I receive a confirmation of my registration?
Yes, once you register for any of the Professional Development courses, you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing course information, including dates, times, location, etc. If confirmation is not received within 24 business hours, contact UIC External Education.

What is the attendance policy?
Minimum attendance requirements must be met in order to earn an award/letter of completion/participation. Attendance and participation criteria are specific to each course.

What happens if the course is cancelled/changed?
If the University must cancel a course for any reason, all registrants will be notified as soon as possible and all prepaid fees will be refunded. The University reserves the right, without prior notification to students, to change course content, instructors, meeting times or to make other changes as are deemed necessary for the effective operation of courses. Students will be notified of any changes in class schedules.

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Payment Information

When do I have to pay for the course?
Payment in the form of credit card, (Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express) check or money order is due at the time of registration. Deferred tuition is not available. Checks, money orders or purchase orders must be received within 5 business days of registration. If you anticipate a delay in submission of your payment, Contact UIC External Education. Failure to do so may result in a cancellation of your registration. You will receive written notification via e-mail if your registration is cancelled due to lack of payment.

Are there any payment plans available?
No, there are no payment plans available, though there are Financial Aid options.
Please refer to the next section; Financial Aid and Discounts.

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Financial Aid and Discounts

Is financial aid available?
Yes, there are a few types of financial aid available.

Military Benefits: Students who wish to use their Illinois Veterans Grant or Illinois National Guard benefits must contact UIC External Education to discuss eligibility.

UIC's Lifelong Learning and Educational Access Program (LLEAP): LLEAP provides eligible UIC employees release time, flex time and/or funds for educational development purposes. Check with your department or contact LLEAP to see if you are eligible.

Other Financial Aid: We are able to accept payments from any governmental agency that approves our courses. Examples include: Mayor's Office of Workforce Development and the Illinois Department of Human Services.

Are there any discounts for Professional Development courses?
Yes, however only one discount may be used per person. Offers cannot be combined.

A 15% reduction in the fee will be given to anyone registering with a team of 3 employees from an organization. If you intend to register more than 5 members from your organization consider bringing professional development directly to your organization. Learn more about customized development.

A 20% reduction in the fee will be given to anyone who is a University of Illinois employee, student or alumnus.

A 20% reduction in the fee will be given to UIC Family Business Council members.

A 10% reduction in the fee will be given to employees of UIC Family Business Council members.

Can I use my University of Illinois employee tuition waiver for these courses?
No. Because the College of Business Administration's Professional Development courses are non-credit, the University of Illinois employee tuition waiver cannot be accepted.

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Application Information

Do I have to apply to the courses? Do I have to submit my academic transcripts?
The CBA Professional Development courses are non-credit offerings and do not include a formal admissions process. There are no educational or professional requirements to register for a course. Students are not required to submit academic transcripts to the University.

How many credit hours are these courses worth?
As non-credit offerings, CBA Professional Development courses will not appear on your transcript, nor will credit hours be awarded towards the completion of a degree program. Grades will not be issued. Some of the online courses are evaluated on a "pass/fail" basis according to participation points.

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Withdrawal Information

When can I withdraw from a course and what is the refund policy?
A full refund of fees, less a $35 administrative fee, will be issued only if a withdrawal request is made in writing (e-mail, postal mail or fax) and received no later than three weeks before the first day of class. Partial refunds will be issued until, but not after, the first day of class. No refunds will be given once the first day of class has begun.

100%, less $35 administrative fee: Notify External Education no later than 3 weeks before the first day of class.
85%, less $35 administrative fee: Notify External Education no later than 2 weeks before the first day of class.
50%, less $35 administrative fee: Notify External Education no later than 1 week before the first day of class.
35%, less $35 administrative fee: Notify External Education within 1 week of the first day of class and before the end of the business day (5 p.m., Central Time) on the day before the first day of class.

Example: Course begins on Monday, February 5. Students who would like a full refund must submit a withdrawal request in writing by January 15 by 11:59 p.m. for a 100% refund, less a $35 administrative fee.

Withdrawal requests may be directed to UIC External Education.

At any time prior to the first day of class, individuals or organizations may name a substitute for a participant who is unable to attend. Contact UIC External Education to report the change.

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