The pace of technology innovation and change in today’s market requires a commitment to continuous learning, moving beyond functional expertise into broader cross-functional collaboration and a deeper understanding of business strategy. Bentley University is known for innovative and effective Executive Education programs designed to provide managers and executives the information and tools they need to succeed and lead.
Our interactive programs provide relevant, applicable content and are delivered by Bentley faculty who are ongoing practitioners in their areas of expertise. Whether you are an individual looking to enhance your current skillset or a company looking for targeted talent development, our programs will provide the practical knowledge needed to increase value in your organization.
Relevant, Practical Knowledge and Skills
Essential Business Skills
We provide training in essential business skills such as finance, accounting, marketing, and operations, catering to both newcomers and those seeking to refresh their knowledge.
Leadership
We have a broad and deep array of leadership expertise that can help you or your employees gain the skills to be effective at higher levels in an organization.
Technology
Our approach to technology is grounded in a business-centric perspective, ensuring that you gain not only technical knowledge but also a deep understanding of the business context and how to effectively apply technology within your organization.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Our longstanding expertise and programs in this space equip business executives with the training and tools to create and nurture a more high-performing, inclusive organizational culture.
Fall 2026 & Spring 2027 Programs
Registration is Open
Leadership Development Open Enrollment Programs
Bentley University’s executive education open enrollment programs are designed to address the specific professional development needs of business leaders in areas such as leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability, Healthcare Management, DE&I and more.
Custom In-House Programs
Through our custom executive education program development process, we engage with your learning and development professionals to understand your learning and development goals and the unique business context and culture of your organization. With this knowledge, we collaboratively develop a plan to provide targeted talent development that drives business results. Our mission is to work with business partners to foster an engaged workforce, equipped to meet the business challenges of tomorrow.
Global Programs
Our global partnerships deliver Bentley's business expertise to executives and professionals across the world. We work with a variety of organizations to provide the skills and knowledge needed for employees to excel in an accelerating business environment.
Massachussetts Workforce Training Grant Programs
As an approved training provider for workforce development programs, Bentley delivers practical, business-focused learning experiences that help organizations upskill employees, strengthen leadership pipelines, and accelerate organizational performance. From targeted business essentials to technical upskilling or leadership and executive development, our programs scale to meet your unique business objectives. Future-proof your organization and retain top talent through continuous learning.
World-class Faculty
Professor Susan Vroman on Leadership
In Fast Company, Professor Vroman co-authors "Your Team Needs Your to Lead, They Don't Have to Like You."
Professor Steven Wasserman Fractional CFOs
Bentley finance Professor and Executive Education instructor, Steven Wasserman writes in Forbes about signs a company is outgrowing it's fractional CFO arrangement.
Professor Cynthia Clark on the Workplace Generation Gap
John W. Poduska Professor of Governance and Executive Education faculty member Cynthia Clark authors an article about data from the Bentley-Gallup Business in Society Report that highlights the generational differences in the workplace.
Dynamic Faculty
Our Programs Work
Tanya Bernabei - Sarepta Therapeutics
"I've worked in HR for, I think 17 years now and I've gone to a lot of trainings. They're all kind of like basic, one size fits all. But this one has been completely different."
Kenneth Trenholm - MKS Instruments
"My experience at Bentley was beyond my expectations. The professors brought years of industry experience and were able to integrate academic theory and provide practical examples."
Gisella Soriano - Boston Planning & Development Agency
"The collaborative nature of the AI course has allowed me to understand how my peers operate in their different industries and also how I can actually apply it to my my work in finance."