10 Year Anniversary

A year of celebration honoring a decade of the School of Professional Studies.

10 Year Anniversary

A year of celebration honoring a decade of the School of Professional Studies.

10 years of going beyond

 

Since 2014, the School of Professional Studies (SPS) has been anchored in academic excellence. The mission of Brown, and ultimately the mission of SPS, is not only to create new knowledge, but to share that knowledge with as many people as possible – all ages, all backgrounds. As we mark this anniversary and look beyond 10 years, please join us on our ambitious journey to grow, innovate and advance Brown's impact on the world.

A Story of Innovation and Growth

Over the last ten years, the school has consistently adapted to meet the evolving needs of professionals, embodying Brown's commitment to academic excellence, innovation and accessibility, while expanding reach and impact.

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Career Compass

During our year of celebration, the SPS career development team in partnership with UHR is offering a series of events for Brown employees that will unlock your professional potential, covering topics such as developing your personal brand, upskilling for workforce demand and elevating your resume for impact.

Crafting your Personal Brand and LinkedIn Identity (Virtual)

This recorded session is designed specifically for higher education professionals looking to strengthen their personal brand and professional presence.

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Past, Present & Future

 

Leadership reflect on the history of SPS, the impact over the last 10 years and the bright future ahead.

“ As we mark this anniversary and look beyond 10 years, I invite you to join us on our ambitious journey to grow, innovate and advance Brown University's impact on the world. ”

Shankar K. Prasad Dean
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Beyond begins here.

In celebration of our 10th Anniversary, we're offering an exclusive 10% discount on our executive education short courses and certificate programs.* 

Use code: 10years during registration.

Through the Years

Scroll through the archives to learn more about important milestones in our school's history.

2011

Launched the Executive Master of Business Administration

2013

Launched the Executive Master's in Healthcare Leadership

2014

SPS was officially established under Dean Karen Sibley

2016

Launched the Executive Master's in Cybersecurity

2017

Launched the Executive Master's in Technology Leadership

2019

SPS planted roots in the heart of the Jewelry District, under Dean Leah Van Wey

2022

SPS expands the portfolio of online master's and executive education programs, under Dean Shankar K. Prasad

2024

Looking Beyond 10 Years, SPS continues to grow and innovate, meeting the needs of today's workforce

Brown to launch online learning initiative with edX

With four three-week courses planned initially, the University’s new BrownX initiative will bring Brown’s distinctive approach to teaching and learning to new audiences across the globe.
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10 for 10 Stories

Read about the remarkable faculty and staff who have shaped our first decade and continue to help us go beyond.

News & Stories from SPS

10 for 10: Judith Bentkover, Professor of the Practice in Health Services, Policy and Practice

As we celebrate 10 transformative years at Brown’s School of Professional Studies (SPS), we shine a light on the remarkable faculty and staff who have shaped our first decade and continue to help us go beyond, pushing boundaries and inspiring new possibilities.
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News & Stories from SPS

10 for 10: Don Stanford ’72, ’77 Sc.M., Adjunct Professor

As we celebrate 10 transformative years at Brown’s School of Professional Studies (SPS), we shine a light on the remarkable faculty and staff who have shaped our first decade and continue to help us go beyond, pushing boundaries and inspiring new possibilities.
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News & Stories from SPS

10 for 10: Robin Rose, Associate Professor of the Practice of Leadership

As we celebrate 10 transformative years at Brown’s School of Professional Studies (SPS), we shine a light on the remarkable faculty and staff who have shaped our first decade and continue to help us go beyond, pushing boundaries and inspiring new possibilities.
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Events

*Discount valid until June 30, 2025. Offer excludes all master's programs and the Leadership and Performance Coaching Certification. Cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or Brown scholarships.