Short courses
Learning doesn’t always have to take months. With the short courses offered by the UM Academy, you can quickly refresh your knowledge and immediately strengthen your skills. Whether you choose a one-day current affairs course, a language course lasting several weeks, an intensive multi-day training, or a focused session of just a few hours, you can develop yourself in a way that fits effortlessly into your schedule.
Learning alongside work and other commitments
Our short courses last less than a month, making them easy to combine with your job, family, or other studies. Some courses are completed in a single day, such as a current affairs course on administrative law. Others are spread over several days, like a three-day masterclass on effective leadership or a language course with weekly lessons lasting a few hours. This way, you keep developing yourself without it interfering with your other obligations.
Examples of short courses:
- Masterclasses: Expand your specialist knowledge within a few days, covering a variety of themes.
- Current affairs courses: Update your knowledge in just one day and stay abreast of the latest insights and information.
- Focus sessions: Stay fully informed of the newest developments in your field in one to three hours.
- Language courses: Dedicate a few hours a day to learning a new language or improving your existing language skills.
Immediately applicable in practice
What all our short courses have in common is their practical focus. You will learn concrete tools, techniques, and insights that you can apply directly in your work and daily practice. This way, you quickly and efficiently get the most out of your investment in learning and development.
Choose the learning style that suits you
Our short courses are offered in various formats so you can learn in a way that suits your work and personal situation. Whether you prefer fully online learning, interactive sessions on location, or a combination of both, there is always a format that meets your needs.
You can choose from:
- Online training: Maximum flexibility, learn whenever and wherever it suits you.
- Blended or hybrid training: Online preparation combined with in-person sessions.
- On-site training: Interactive meetings held in Maastricht and other locations.
Discover our offerings
Curious which short course fits your goals? Browse our current offerings and filter by theme, duration, and course format. You’ll always find a programme that suits both your ambitions and your schedule.
