Brown University School of Professional Studies: Spring 2026 Offerings
Brown ❤️ PVD: 20% Professional Development Discount for RI Businesses
Investing in Rhode Island’s Workforce & Well-Being
In the spirit of the Brown ♥ PVD campaign, we extend our sincere thanks to the Providence and Rhode Island business community. To support local workforce development Brown University School of Professional Studies is offering a 20% tuition discount (code: BROWNLOVESPVD) to employees of Rhode Island–based businesses.
This spring, explore programs designed to build leadership capacity, strengthen resilience, and advance AI fluency for today’s evolving workplace.
Spring 2026 Professional Programs
Leader as Coach (LAC)
Online starts March 17 | In-Person runs April 15-17
A highly experiential leadership program that helps professionals develop a “coach-like” approach to leadership. Grounded in neuroscience and adult development research, participants build practical coaching skills to improve communication, engagement, and team performance.
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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
8-week | Online or In-Person at Brown | Starts Mar. 30
Considered the gold-standard of mindfulness-based programs, MBSR is an 8-week evidence-based program that introduces participants to foundational mindfulness practices and stress-reduction skills through guided meditation, gentle movement, and interactive dialogue.
Mindfulness-Based Blood Pressure Reduction (MB-BP)8-week | Online | Starts March 31
Developed by Brown researcher Dr. Eric Loucks, this evidence-based program integrates mindfulness training with heart-health education to support sustainable behavior change. Designed for individuals seeking proactive strategies for cardiovascular health and overall well-being.
Human-Centered AI: Designing Responsible Innovation
3-weeks, 6 live sessions | Online | Starts April 14
Explore how artificial intelligence can be designed and deployed ethically, strategically, and with human impact in mind. This 3-week live online program equips leaders with frameworks to evaluate AI opportunities, mitigate risks, and drive responsible innovation across industries.
Applied AI & Data Science
12-Weeks | Online, Self-paced | Starts April 1
Build practical fluency in AI tools, machine learning concepts, and data-driven decision-making. Designed for working professionals, this program emphasizes real-world application and strategic implementation—no advanced coding background required.
Special Offer for Local RI Businesses
Employees of Rhode Island–based businesses may enter BROWNLOVESPVD at checkout to receive 20% off tuition on eligible open-enrollment programs from the Brown University School of Professional Studies. Together, we continue investing in the strength, resilience, and innovation of our local community.
