MicroMasters® Programs | edX MicroMasters® Programs Establish a pathway to earning a master's degree. Find out how to earn credits from top universities with a MicroMasters® Program on edX. Enroll today What is a MicroMasters®? MicroMasters® Programs on edX allow students to take graduate-level courses from top universities without enrolling in a full master's degree program. Once you complete your MicroMasters Program, you can pursue admission to a complete master's degree program with the same institution. Then, you can apply your MicroMasters Program credits toward the degree for a less-expensive, accelerated path. How a MicroMasters® Program works Reskill and upskill Advance in your field or pivot to a new career with career-focused programs that support your growth. Learn online, your way Complete courses at your own pace, on your own schedule, from wherever you are. Earn transferable graduate-level credits Save time and money by earning credits while exploring if graduate study fits your career goals. Fast-track a master's degree Use your MicroMasters Program certificate to accelerate a master's degree program at participating universities, if accepted. Choose your MicroMasters® program Computer Science CybersecurityRochester Institute of Technology MicroMasters 4 Courses Algorithms and Data StructuresThe University of California, San Diego MicroMasters 8 Courses Database Management SystemsUniversity of Maryland Baltimore County MicroMasters 3 Courses Software Development FoundationsUniversity of British Columbia MicroMasters 5 Courses Show More Business Management Project ManagementRochester Institute of Technology MicroMasters 3 Courses Business ManagementIndian Institute of Management Bangalore MicroMasters 6 Courses International Hospitality ManagementThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University MicroMasters 4 Courses EntrepreneurshipIndian Institute of Management Bangalore MicroMasters 4 Courses Show More Data Analysis & Statistics Analytics: Essential Tools and MethodsThe Georgia Institute of Technology MicroMasters 3 Courses Big Data TechnologyThe Hong Kong University of Science and Technology MicroMasters 5 Courses Big DataAdelaide University MicroMasters 5 Courses Business: Data, Insights and AnalyticsThe University of Wisconsin-Madison MicroMasters 3 Courses Engineering Solar Energy EngineeringDelft University of Technology MicroMasters 8 Courses Quantum Technology: Computing and SensingPurdue University MicroMasters 4 Courses Economics & Finance Economics and Policies for a Circular Bio-EconomyWageningen University & Research MicroMasters 4 Courses FinanzasUniversidad del Rosario MicroMasters 4 Courses Communication Writing for Performance and the Entertainment IndustriesUniversity of Cambridge MicroMasters 8 Courses Strategic Leadership and CommunicationDoane University MicroMasters 2 Courses Habilidades profesionales: negociación y liderazgoTecnológico de Monterrey MicroMasters 6 Courses Gestión de servicios: diseño de experiencias exitosasUniversidad Nacional de Córdoba MicroMasters 3 Courses Social Sciences Organizational PsychologyUniversity of Canterbury MicroMasters 5 Courses Leadership in Global DevelopmentThe University of Queensland MicroMasters 4 Courses Humanities & Soft SkillsTecnológico de Monterrey MicroMasters 6 Courses Public Health Healthcare Data ScienceUniversity of Cambridge MicroMasters 5 Courses Maternal and Child HealthGeorge Washington University MicroMasters 5 Courses Fundamentos de investigación en ciencias de la saludUniversidad del Rosario MicroMasters 5 Courses Education & Teacher Training Instructional Design and TechnologyUniversity of Maryland Global Campus MicroMasters 4 Courses e-Learning: crea actividades y contenidos para la enseñanza virtualUniversidad Galileo MicroMasters 4 Courses Design Design et Évaluation UXHEC Montréal MicroMasters 7 Courses Design ThinkingRochester Institute of Technology MicroMasters 4 Courses UX Design and EvaluationHEC Montréal MicroMasters 7 Courses Law International LawUniversité catholique de Louvain MicroMasters 5 Courses Derechos humanos: desafíos contemporáneosUniversidad del Rosario MicroMasters 6 Courses Science Chemistry and Technology for SustainabilityWageningen University & Research MicroMasters 4 Courses Siembra Directa: agricultura productiva sustentableUniversidad Nacional de Córdoba MicroMasters 5 Courses Gain in-demand skills from leading universities MicroMasters Programs on edX are offered by top schools, such as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Columbia University, and the University of Pennsylvania (Penn). In a MicroMasters Program on edX, you can: Explore master's programs for less money. Complete courses on your own schedule. Study with industry leaders. Connect with classmates. Earn a verified certificate for a passing grade. Apply and transfer your credits toward a master's degree at participating schools. How does a MicroMasters® Program compare to a full master's? A MicroMasters Program is different from a master's degree program in that it doesn't provide participants with a master's degree upon completion. It instead offers a verified certificate that proves you've passed the graduate-level courses. It also gives students the chance to explore the rigor of master's degree programs and graduate-level coursework without investing the time and money required for a complete program. While a master's degree program generally takes between two and three years to complete, a MicroMasters Program can take as few as three months. It often includes around 2-8 graduate-level courses that can count toward a master's degree at the same university and other qualifying schools. Each MicroMasters Program course has a curriculum and faculty that reflect on-campus offerings but often cost less than on-campus classes. Earn credentials recognized by industry leaders MicroMasters® Programs offer clarity for career-focused learners Technological advancements and economic disruption have many workers wondering how they can secure a career path in this evolving job market. For example, a 2025 edX survey shows that 65% of U.S. adults are looking to upskill or reskill due to economic pressures. An additional edX survey shows that 62% of respondents report that they're considering upskilling or reskilling for AI advancements to remain competitive and secure in their careers. A MicroMasters Program can help students who aren't sure whether a master's degree is the best option for their goals define a clear path forward. 65% of U.S. adults are looking to upskill or reskill due to economic pressures. 62% report that AI advancements have them considering upskilling or reskilling to remain competitive and secure in their careers