Georgia Tech Professional Education

What Georgia Tech Professional Education does

Georgia Tech Professional Education (GTPE) is the professional education and workforce development unit of the Georgia Institute of Technology, a public research university. The organization delivers online master's degrees (10 fully online plus 3 hybrid professional master's degrees), graduate and professional certificates, the FlexStack modular certificate program, short courses spanning 15+ subject areas (AI, business, computing, defense technologies, engineering, K-12, languages, management, manufacturing, mathematics, occupational safety, space studies, supply chain), K-12 dual-enrollment programs, military transition programs (including VET2), ESL instruction, and corporate on-site training. Distribution operates through Georgia Tech Online (partnerships with leading MOOC/online platform providers for global at-scale delivery), in-person instruction at the 68,000+ square-foot Global Learning Center in Atlanta's Tech Square, and the Savannah regional campus.

The underlying technology stack is a conventional online learning management system with integrated video conferencing and A/V, including the FlexStack platform (faculty-taught modular certificates), the Global Learning Center's built-in A/V package (drop-down screens, desktop computers, wireless microphones, free Wi-Fi), video conference rooms with robotically controlled TV cameras and high-resolution plasma displays, and fully equipped PC computer labs. Delivery is supported by integrations with Basno (verified credential/badge issuance), Georgia Tech's student information system, and MediaCurrent (digital marketing). The organization holds IACET-aligned CEU accreditation and operates under FERPA and GDPR compliance frameworks.

GTPE generates revenue across five primary streams: degree program tuition (OMS Analytics priced at $11,880-$12,960 depending on residency, with programs designed for 24-36 month completion), professional and graduate certificate fees (completed within a six-year period), short course registration fees (typically 2-5 days, awarding CEUs), corporate on-site training contracts (groups of 15+ with group discounts at 3+), and event/venue services at the Global Learning Center. Go-to-market combines direct website enrollment, phone/email inquiry, information sessions and webinars for degree programs, corporate education outreach, and event-driven lead generation through conferences and alumni events. As of 2025, GTPE operates under the College of Lifetime Learning with Stephen Ruffin, Ph.D. serving as Interim Executive Director and Nelson Baker as interim dean.

Name

Georgia Tech Professional Education

Legal name

Georgia Institute of Technology

Website

https://pe.gatech.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Georgia Tech Professional Education is the workforce development unit of Georgia Institute of Technology, delivering online master's degrees, certificates, and short courses across 15+ subject areas to working professionals, with 129,000+ learners served annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Education and Workforce Development

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

University/College Continuing Education (Extension) Programs (EDAAAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Professional & Applied Skills Noncredit Certificates (Non-licensure) (EDAAAEAD), Online Graduate Schools (Master’s & Doctoral Programs) (EDAHALAD)

Keywords

• Professional education
• Online graduate degrees
• Corporate training
• Professional certificates
• Workforce development

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlanta, GA

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Degree Program Tuition: Graduate degree programs generate revenue through tuition fees. Online Master of Science in Analytics tuition ranges from $11,880 (GA residents) to $12,960 (international students). Programs are designed for working professionals to complete in 24-36 months.
2. Professional and Graduate Certificate Programs: Certificate programs generate fees for courses that must be completed within a consecutive six-year period. Graduate certificates typically take two semesters or less; Professional certificates vary in duration.
3. Short Courses and Training: Short professional development courses in STEM, business, and leadership typically run 2-5 days and generate per-course registration fees. CEUs are awarded for completion.
4. Event and Meeting Services: Global Learning Center generates revenue from hosting virtual, hybrid, and in-person corporate meetings, conferences, and training events. Revenue comes from venue rental, catering, and A/V services.
5. Corporate On-Site Training: GTPE delivers customized training at employer locations for groups of 15+ employees, generating revenue through per-course and custom content development fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Georgia Tech Professional Education delivers online graduate degrees (10 fully online plus 3 hybrid professional master's), professional and graduate certificates, short courses across 15+ STEM and business subject areas, the Georgia Tech FlexStack modular certificate program, K-12 STEM programs, military transition programs, ESL programs, and customized corporate training. It also operates the Global Learning Center in Atlanta and Savannah Campus as physical venues for in-person and hybrid instruction, corporate meetings, and event services.

Product overview

Georgia Tech Professional Education (GTPE) is a professional education unit offering a comprehensive portfolio of academic credentials and training programs. The offering includes 10 online master's degrees (delivered 100% online) and 3 hybrid professional master's degrees with on-campus components, professional and graduate certificates, the Georgia Tech FlexStack modular certificate program, short courses in 15+ STEM/business subjects, K-12 programs, military transition programs, ESL programs, and corporate training services. GTPE also operates two physical facilities—the Global Learning Center in Atlanta and Savannah Campus—and provides event services for virtual, hybrid, and in-person meetings. Programs leverage partnerships with online learning platforms (including edX for MOOCs) to deliver at-scale education globally since 1977.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FlexStack: A refreshed intensive program taught online exclusively by Georgia Tech faculty, comprised of three modular certificates delivering immersive, hands-on instruction in high-demand areas like Data Science Development.
• Global Learning Center

Products and services

• Online Master of Science in Analytics (OMS Analytics) A top-5 nationally ranked data science and analytics degree program delivered 100% online, leveraging Georgia Tech's College of Computing, College of Engineering, and Scheller College of Business to provide instruction in machine learning/AI, statistical modeling, data storage, visualization, optimization, and business analytics for working professionals.
• Online Degrees Graduate degree programs including degrees in Aerospace Engineering, Analytics, Applied Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, International Security, Management, Manufacturing Leadership, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Physics, Operations Research, Occupational Safety and Health, and Systems Engineering delivered online for working professionals.
• Georgia Tech FlexStack A flexible intensive certificate program taught 100% online exclusively by Georgia Tech faculty, comprised of three modular certificates delivering immersive, hands-on instruction in high-demand areas. Allows individuals to personalize the program to match career goals.
• Professional and Graduate Certificates Professional and graduate certificates emphasizing deeper subject matter expertise with immediate workplace application, taught by Georgia Tech faculty, researchers, scientists, and top industry experts.
• Short Professional Development Courses Short training courses in over 15 subject areas in STEM, business, and leadership designed for workforce and professional development with immediate workplace applicability. Most courses run 2-5 days and award CEUs upon completion.
• Corporate Education (On-Site Training) Specialized on-location training programs enabling employers to provide customized training for employees on their own schedules. Delivered on-site, via web conferencing, or via on-demand online videos for groups of 15+ employees, with group discounts available for 3+ attendees.
• Analytics MicroMasters Program A fully online program comprised of three foundational courses from the OMS Analytics degree. Completing one or all three strengthens applications to the OMS Analytics program and may qualify for advanced standing credit.
• Online Master of Science in Cybersecurity Cross-disciplinary master's degree providing depth in information security, cyber-physical systems, and policy within a flexible online program designed for working professionals.
• Military Programs Fully-funded military transition programs preparing veterans, active-duty service members, and military spouses for civilian careers, including the VET2 program with Lean Six Sigma certification and U.S. Army credentialing opportunities.
• K-12 Programs STEM enrichment and educational outreach programs for K-12 students including Dual Enrollment options for early college credit and career preparation.
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Language learning programs for non-native English speakers provided through Georgia Tech's Language Institute.
• Event Services (Virtual, Hybrid, and In-Person Meetings) Virtual, hybrid, and in-person meeting, conference, and event hosting services including catering, A/V technology, and event management at Global Learning Center and Savannah facilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% of GTPE learners report an increase in knowledge, enhanced job performance, and career advancement
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerATDC is Georgia Tech's technology business incubator. The Savannah campus hosts ATDC's Enterprise Innovation Institute office, supporting startups and tech businesses in the coastal region.
• Georgia Tech Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGaMEP provides manufacturing assistance and expertise. Located at Savannah campus to serve manufacturing companies in coastal Georgia region.
• Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGTPAC helps businesses pursue government contracting opportunities. Operating from Savannah campus to serve the coastal region.
• Center of Innovation for LogisticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLogistics innovation center located at Savannah campus serving supply chain and logistics companies in the coastal region.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Columbia University School of Professional Studies: Columbia's professional studies division offering graduate degrees, certificates, and corporate training across technology, analytics, and business. Direct peer to GTPE serving working professionals with similar degree and certificate portfolio.
• Stanford Online / Stanford Professional Education: Stanford's professional and continuing education division offering online certificates, graduate programs, and short courses for working professionals. Directly comparable to GTPE as another top-tier US research university extension serving the same learner segment with similar modalities.
• MIT Professional Education: MIT's professional education arm offering short courses, certificate programs, and custom corporate training in STEM and emerging tech. Directly comparable to GTPE as a top-ranked research university's professional education unit with strong technology/engineering focus.
• UC Berkeley Extension: Berkeley's continuing education unit offering professional certificates, online degrees, and short courses. Comparable to GTPE as a top public research university extension with similar subject breadth and online/in-person delivery mix.
• Harvard Extension School: Harvard's continuing education division offering online degrees, certificates, and professional development courses. Direct peer to GTPE as a leading research university's professional education arm, with comparable online graduate and certificate offerings.
• University of Illinois Gies Online (iDegrees): University of Illinois' online professional education unit offering affordable online MBAs and master's degrees. Direct peer to GTPE as a top public research university extension focused on accessible, high-quality online graduate programs.

Broad incumbents

• edX (2U): Major online learning platform hosting MOOCs and university-branded degree programs, including MicroMasters. Comparable to GTPE as a broad incumbent aggregating higher-ed professional education content at scale; GTPE uses edX-style platforms for MOOC distribution.
• Coursera: Leading online learning platform partnering with universities to offer courses, certificates, and degrees. Comparable to GTPE as a broad incumbent in the same professional education category, and a potential platform partner for GTPE's online offerings.

Emerging players

• Emeritus: Online education provider partnering with top universities to deliver professional certificate and executive programs. Comparable to GTPE as an emerging player in the same professional education category, particularly for tech and analytics offerings.
• Noodle Partners: Online Program Management (OPM) provider helping universities launch and operate online degree programs. Comparable to GTPE as an emerging player in the online professional education enablement space, often competing for the same university partnerships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC_-LQHVs5MN1NuD6OegyguA
• Facebookfacebook.com/GTProfEd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gtprofessionaleducation

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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