The USD Employer Partnership Program

Build a future-ready workforce with the University of San Diego

Build a future-ready workforce with the University of San Diego

Offer an Employee Benefit with USD’s Employer Partnership Program - All At No Cost to Your Company

Offer an Employee Benefit with USD’s Employer Partnership Program - All At No Cost to Your Company

Benefits Available to Eligible Employees

Benefits Available to Eligible Employees

Exclusive tuition discounts on eligible USD programs
Access to partnership scholarships
Flexible online learning designed for working professionals
Earn a US university credential while continuing full-time employment
Benefits may extend to eligible family members

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Enhanced Workforce Capability

Equip employees with advanced expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Technology Leadership, enabling them to drive innovation, solve complex business challenges, and contribute more strategically to organizational growth.

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Stronger Talent Retention

Demonstrate a meaningful investment in employee development by providing access to globally recognized education pathways, helping improve engagement, loyalty, and long-term retention of high-potential talent.

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Employer Brand Advantage

Differentiate your organization as an employer of choice by offering exclusive access to graduate degrees and executive education from a leading US university, helping attract ambitious professionals seeking continuous growth.

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Future-Ready ROI

Build critical capabilities within your workforce without additional partnership costs. By developing internal talent in high-demand domains, organizations can reduce hiring dependency, accelerate digital transformation, and strengthen long-term business performance.

Built with Silicon Valley Expertise

Curriculum designed in collaboration with industry professionals to help learners develop skills aligned with today's technology landscape.

Curriculum designed in collaboration with industry professionals to help learners develop skills aligned with today's technology landscape.

Flexible, 100% Online Learning

Study from anywhere and balance learning with professional and personal commitments through a flexible online format.

Study from anywhere and balance learning with professional and personal commitments through a flexible online format.

Same Degree. Same Credibility.

Graduate with the same University of San Diego credential earned by on-campus students, with no distinction on the degree.

Graduate with the same University of San Diego credential earned by on-campus students, with no distinction on the degree.

Recognized for Exceptional Value

Ranked among the Top 50 Best Value Schools by U.S. News & World Report

Ranked among the Top 50 Best Value Schools by U.S. News & World Report

Official India Partner

Official India Partner

GradRight serves as USD's authorized India partner for corporate outreach, learner engagement, and operational support.

GradRight serves as USD's authorized India partner for corporate outreach, learner engagement, and operational support.

End-to-End Learner Support

End-to-End Learner Support

From admissions guidance to program completion, learners receive dedicated support throughout their educational journey.

From admissions guidance to program completion, learners receive dedicated support throughout their educational journey.

Corporate Partnership Expertise

Corporate Partnership Expertise

Organizations benefit from a seamless partnership experience, including onboarding, employee engagement, and program adoption support.

Organizations benefit from a seamless partnership experience, including onboarding, employee engagement, and program adoption support.

Applied Data Science

Online

Program Length:

24 Months

Next Term Starts:

January 2027

Cyber Security Operations and Leadership

Online

Program Length:

20 Months

Next Term Starts:

January 2027

Engineering Management & Leadership

Online

Program Length:

20 Months

Next Term Starts:

January 2027

Applied Artificial Intelligence

Online

Program Length:

20 Months

Next Term Starts:

September 2026

Cyber Security Engineering

Online

Program Length:

24 Months

Next Term Starts:

September 2026

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education Certificate

Program Length:

20 Months

Next Term Starts:

1st Sept, 2026

Coming Soon

Advanced Certificate in AI Integration for Educational Leadership

Program Length:

20 Months

Next Term Starts:

1st Sept, 2026

Coming Soon

AI for Leaders & Executives

Program Length:

20 Months

Next Term Starts:

1st Sept, 2026

Coming Soon

Engineering Management & Leadership

Program Length:

20 Months

Next Term Starts:

1st Sept, 2026

Coming Soon

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+91 74287 91709

rkapoor@sandiego.edu

5th Floor, Chime, 142, Sector 44, Gurugram, Haryana 122003

Is there a partnership fee?

No. Organizations can explore partnership opportunities without any upfront partnership fee.

How do tuition benefits work?

Are the programs fully online?

Can employees self-fund their education?

Can employers sponsor employees?

How long are the programs?

How can the MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence help employees contribute to AI initiatives within their organization?

What skills will employees gain through the MS in Cyber Security Engineering?

Ranked in the Top 50

Best Colleges in the US

Ranked in the Top 50

Best Colleges in the US

(Wall Street Journal Annual Ranking 2025)

(Wall Street Journal Annual

Ranking 2025)

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Main Campus Site

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CONTACT

5th Floor, Chime, 142, Sector 44, Gurugram, Haryana 122003

5th Floor, Chime, 142, Sector 44, Gurugram, Haryana 122003

+91 74287 91709

+91 74287 91709

rkapoor@sandiego.edu

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