About Us Statement of Purpose for the Professional Development Center at Portland State University in Portland Oregon and the Metro area of OR and WA

The Professional Development Center utilizes the strengths of Portland State University to provide quality professional education for business and industry in the Northwest; to continuously expose professionals to tools, techniques, and current practices that they can apply immediately in the workplace; and to inspire professionals to achieve job security and satisfaction through lifelong professional development by offering programs that are flexible, responsive, and innovative.