Lean Six Sigma Black Belt International Certification ProgramFinancial Assistance & Discounts
FIU Executive Education programs are designed to enhance your management skills and boost your career success. Because our certificate programs are non-credit and do not lead to a degree, they do not qualify for traditional student financial aid. However, financial assistance is available in a variety of methods:
Student Loans
Private student loans are available for our programs through SallieMae. We strongly recommend participants submit their loan application at least six (6) weeks prior to the start of the program to ensure completion of the loan process prior to program start. For more information such as types of loans available, eligibility or to apply, please telephone 877.279.7172 or visit: SallieMae SMART Option Loan
Note: Once at SallieMae’s site above, please click on Career Training Loan. It’s important to note that student loans for FIU Executive Education programs qualify for the same variable and fixed rates as Undergraduate student loans, which generally are lower than those for typical career training loans. Once your loan is approved, make sure your interest rates match the current undergraduate rates.
Discounts
- We periodically offer special discounts via the FIU Executive Education newsletter. To receive the newsletter, register here.
- FIU Alumni, Students and Staff: 10% discount available. Must register using your @fiu.edu email address. Select and apply this discount at the time of registration.
- Group Discount for Organizations: 15% discount available to companies/organizations that register three (3) or more employees in the same program. All participants in the group must register on the same day using their organization email address. Should you have any questions about group registrations, please contact us at fiuExecEd@fiu.edu
Employer-Provided Education Benefits
Employer Education Benefits: Ask your employer if it provides education benefits to employees. In many cases and under certain conditions, employers may offer up to $5,250 in tuition/fee assistance to employees tax-free. For more information and latest updates, visit or ask your employer to visit this IRS web site.
Training Grants for Employers: Employers may qualify for employee training grants from the state of Florida. These grants are used to help employers pay the cost of training and re-skilling employees. For more information, visit CareerSource Florida.
Scholarships and Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Check this section regularly for updates on scholarships and grants available to FIU Executive Education learners.
PEO Program for Continuing Education: Grant of up to $3,000 to women whose education was interrupted and who now seek a degree or certificate that leads to employment.
Additional Sources of Financial Assistance Information
For general information regarding Financial Aid (FAFSA) or the Veterans GI Bill, please contact FIU Financial Aid at www.onestop.fiu.edu or Veterans Affairs at veterans@fiu.edu.
