Organizational Partnerships
Tailored Workforce Training for Your Organization
Equip your team with industry-specific skills through expert-led, customized training programs designed to drive measurable results and long-term success.
Partner with UCSB PaCE
With over 75 years of expertise in professional education, UCSB Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE) is a trusted partner in workforce development. Our programs are designed to address your organization’s unique challenges, equipping your team with the skills needed to adapt and excel in a rapidly evolving professional landscape. We provide expert guidance through every step of the process, from program design to completion, delivering practical skills that drive organizational success and innovation. By fostering professional growth and collaboration through cohort-based learning, we ensure measurable outcomes that align with your organization’s goals and priorities.
Customization Benefits
Programs are delivered at a time and place that works for your organization, whether it is online, at your institution, at UCSB or a hybrid model.
Your team will learn new skills and develop a common language together, as a cohort. Their progress will be measurable according to your terms
From one day to over several weeks, program duration and delivery will be suitable for your needs.
From our team to yours, we will handle all the administrative matters, including certificates, transcripts, and continuing education units.
Example Programs
Below are examples of our existing training programs. We also develop custom solutions in technology, leadership, and project management.
Management Training for Public Administrators
This is a well-rounded training program designed for early and mid-career supervisors, including potential supervisors, in city and county offices. Participants will gain practical skills through:
- Core Management Functions: Develop a strong foundation in the key managerial roles within city and county organizations
- Flexible Training Options: Engage in customized, on-location, in-person, or hybrid learning experiences
- Capstone Projects: Apply knowledge through organization-specific projects that address real-world challenges
- Professional Certification: Earn a UCSB-endorsed certificate, ensuring high-quality training and recognition


Foundations of Business Management
This comprehensive 90-hour managerial training program is designed for early and mid-career supervisors, including potential supervisors. Participants will gain essential skills through:
- Practical Management Tools: Learn key strategies to enhance leadership, decision-making, and organizational effectiveness
- Flexible Training Formats: Participate in customized, on-location, in-person, or hybrid workshops
- Professional Certification: Earn a UCSB-endorsed certificate, ensuring high-quality training and career advancement
Technical Business Training for Childcare Providers in Santa Barbara County
This program equips childcare providers with the tools and strategies needed to build sustainable businesses while maintaining high-quality care. Participants will learn:
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Business Planning: Create actionable and sustainable plans to guide long-term success
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Financial Management: Develop budgets, improve bookkeeping practices, and navigate grant funding processes
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Marketing & Client Relations: Build a strong brand, enhance online presence, and foster trust with families
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Workplace Optimization: Address staffing challenges, prevent burnout, and integrate cost-effective technologies
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Compliance & Growth Strategies: Navigate licensing requirements, ensure safety, and plan for strategic expansion

Request a Customized Training Proposal
Every organization has unique goals, and we’re here to help you achieve them. We’re happy to work with you to design a custom program tailored to your professional training needs. Explore our courses and programs to see what areas we can adapt for your team.
Pricing is based on program scope, delivery format, and duration. Provide us with your contact information, and we’ll be in touch to start the conversation.
