Earn your Post-Master's Certificate in Library and Information Science at the San Jose State University School of Information. With this convenient, fully online program, you can update your professional skills, explore emerging trends, and connect with a community of scholars, researchers, and information professionals from around the world. Learn more about this online certificate program at: ischool.sjsu.edu

1. STAY ON TOP OF 21ST
CENTURY TRENDS.
Post-Master’s Certificate in Library and
Information Science – 100% Online
Today’s digital world requires a whole new set of skills. That’s why
the Post-Master’s Certificate program at the San José State University
School of Information focuses on emerging trends in the rapidly
expanding information profession, as well as the technological tools
used to solve workplace challenges.
With this convenient, exclusively online program, you can update
your professional knowledge, expand your skills, and connect with
a community of scholars, researchers and information professionals
from around the world.
PROGRAM SNAPSHOT
• 16 units
to complete the program
• 6 courses total
Enroll at your own pace
• Optional internships available
(On-site or virtual)
All my courses
were really
helpful.
Having digitization skills
moving forward will be
especially important.
In my field, you’ve
got to stay on top of
the technology for
employability.
Val Ballestrem,
’13 Post-Master’s Certificate
Digital Archives and Records
Management career pathway
Read more student
profiles at
ischool.sjsu.edu/people
CHOOSE YOUR CAREER PATHWAY
The specialized curriculum in each career pathway includes a range of courses that cover the skills and
knowledge required in today’s diverse information landscapes.
Digital Archives and Records Management
Digital Curation
Digital Services and Emerging Technologies
Information Intermediation and Instruction
Leadership and Management
Web Programming and Information Architecture
Youth Services
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TAKE YOUR LEARNING TO GO
Based in the heart of Silicon Valley, the
award-winning SJSU iSchool is the best place
to learn online.
• With our 100% online programs, you can fit
course work around your schedule and study
whenever and wherever works best for you.
• You won’t just learn about new technology—
you’ll actually use that technology every day
to build advanced 21st
century skills.
• Our experienced faculty members are experts
in online teaching and provide an engaging
and interactive online learning environment.
• All of our school’s resources are focused
on supporting online students.
Admission Requirements:
• A master’s degree from any regionally
accredited institution in any discipline with
an overall GPA of 3.0
• A general understanding of computers
and technology
• Access to a computer with Internet
connection and appropriate software
• International applicants must have a TOEFL
score of 600 (paper version), 250 (computer
version), or 100 (Internet-based); or an IELTS
score of 8
Note: We do not require a GMAT or GRE test, letters of
recommendation, a statement of purpose, or a résumé.
Apply Now!
Fill out the online application form at
ischool.sjsu.edu/certificate-admissions
Pay the $55 application fee
Send your transcripts
Tuition:
Fees for the Post-Master’s Certificate program are
$474 per unit, with a total cost of $7,584 (16 units).
Fees are subject to review and change.
Accreditation:
Courses in our Post-Master’s
Certificate program are part of our
Master of Library and Information
Science curriculum, which is fully
accredited by the American Library
Association. In addition, San José
State University is accredited by
the Western Association of Schools
and Colleges.
Contact:
For more information about the
Post-Master’s Certificate program, please contact:
Linda Main, PhD
Associate Director
Linda.Main@sjsu.edu
A school within the College of Applied Sciences and Arts
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