As one of the 9 colleges at Cal Poly Pomona, The College of Professional and Global Education (CPGE) is the extension to the local and global community. Our mission is to extend learning opportunities to anyone who wants to increase their current job skills or explore a new career path. We specialize in master’s degrees, professional development certificates, academic certificates, and custom training programs.
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Welcome
CPGE Highlights
Students Served and Summer Session
Student Testimonials
Global Campus
Study Abroad
CPGE Financial Recap
High Demand Programs
CPGE Staff Updates
Dean’s Message
Students Served
CPGE served a total of 7,826 students during the 2023-2024 school year. We are proud of our graduates and those who participated in all of our programs last year. CPGE is excited to continuously introduce new programs and offerings that are in high demand and relevant to today’s job market. We are ready and excited to continue serving the CPP and local surrounding communities.
Summer Session
The 2024 Summer session allowed students to get ahead or stay on track for graduation.
CPGE led the marketing efforts through a campaign that showcased Cal Poly Pomona’s diverse student population while still including and implementing the beloved original Billy Bronco summer designs. Efforts for the marketing campaign included various marketing materials such as a billboard, banners, posters across campus, digital signage, Poly Post ads, and more. Additionally, CPGE hosted four informational events on campus in partnership with the Bronco Advising Center.
4,925 Total Enrollments
Student Testimonials
After obtaining her undergraduate degree at CPP, Angie Jarmin chose the Online Master of Science in Dietetics program to continue her studies. She particularly loves that the Online Master of Science in Dietetics program allows her to study at her own pace and works with her schedule. She currently works as a Clinical nutritionist at a hospital and is excited to utilize the knowledge and skills she’s gained from this program and put them into practice. Her goal is to have her own private practice as an RD one day.
When Brandon Rodriguez chose the Master of Science in Geology program at Cal Poly Pomona, he knew that he needed to be in the field and in classrooms to really absorb the new material. “CPP provided the opportunity while still being supportive of my work schedule,” he said, adding that nearly every course had a field component. “It meant getting to really see the material in nature instead of just in a textbook.” Rodriguez currently works at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory as an Outreach and Professional Development Specialist for NASA Education. Upon graduating from the program, he plans to continue his role at NASA and Caltech where he is a chemist by trade and leads a small geochemistry project looking for chemical signatures of ancient asteroid impacts.
Jillian Panganiban graduated from the MS in Hospitality Management program in Spring 2024. While enrolled in the program, she concurrently served as a student assistant at CPGE. Knowing about the CPGE programs firsthand, she notes that she chose the MS in Hospitality Management program at CPP because of its accreditation and reputation as a top graduate program in the nation. When asked what she liked about the program she said that you not only learn from your professors, but also from your classmates. Now that she has graduated from the program, she will be working at the Marriott Vacation Club where she plans to do a manager-in-training program to further enhance her skills and continue to grow in the hospitality industry.
Anh Nguyen – MS in Business Analytics
Anh Nguyen will finish the MS in Business Analytics program this summer. Reflecting on her time in the program she says that what impressed her about the MSBA program at CPP were “The projects students were working on and the success stories I read about from former students on the MSBA’s website.” When asked what she liked about the program, she said that one cool thing about the program was getting to work with Meta in her second semester. Nguyen currently works as an Analytics Developer in a healthcare manufacturing company and notes that she hopes to strengthen the connection between her company and CPP to help MSBA students learn more about business and find good jobs.
Angelica (Angie) Jarmin – Online Master of Science in Dietetics
Brandon A Rodriguez – MS Geology
Jillian Panganiban – MS in Hospitality Management
Global Campus
During 2023-2024, Global Campus organized many programs designed to foster and enhance the presence and prestige of CPP in the global community. Some of the highlights of this year’s international programs include:
International Visiting Faculty/ Professionals Program
Global Education Institute (GEI) welcomed 14 international faculty, staff and professionals this year, where participants have the opportunity to experience an authentic American university life and engage in academic research and cultural exchange.
Semester@CPP
The Semester@CPP program provides qualified international students with an opportunity to study at Cal Poly Pomona for one or more semester without them having to be matriculated. A total of 43 international students from 8 countries were hosted this year.
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Strategic
Partnership Building
Strategic partnership building is the pillar of any international strategy, and it is also the foundation for all international programs. This year, CPP signed handshake MOUs with 13 international institutions in Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan.
Cal Poly English Language Institute/CPELI
As many as 59 international students from 10 countries participated in Cal Poly English Language Institute (CPELI), which is accredited by CEA (Commission on English Language Program Accreditation) and provides students with Intensive English Program (IEP).
The Student Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Leadership Program/SIELP
Global Education Institute successfully delivered 4 online cohorts of SIELP to 154 internationals students from 3 partner universities in China. SIELP has also engaged 25 CPP faculty members from 6 academic colleges, 20+ CPP students, and 6 industry experts.
Customized Programs
1) A 4-week in-person summer program on English language and cultural excursion for 43 students from Konkuk University and Soongeui Women’s University from South Korea. Photo: Cultural Event for Students from Konkuk University and Soongeui Women’s University, South Korea in Summer 2023
2) A 4-week in-person winter program on English language and cultural excursion for 18 students from Gumi University from South Korea. Photo: English Language and Cultural Excursion Program for Students from Gumi University, South Korea in Winter 2024
3) A 3-week in-person program on English and American Culture for 3 students from Kobe Women’s University from Japan. Photo: English Language and American Culture Program for Students from Kobe Women’s University, Japan in Spring 2024
Study Abroad
The Office of Study Abroad is proud to report the 2023-2024 academic year study abroad programs have continued to be successful. These programs include exchange programs, independent programs, international programs, and Faculty-Led programs. Our participation rate is back to pre-COVID levels, with students visited many countries such as Italy, England, Scotland, France, Thailand, South Korea, Japan, Germany, Taiwan, South Africa, Canada, Denmark, Sweden, Spain, Ireland, Australia, Panama and more.
A special thank you to Dr. Renford Reese, who served as Dean’s Fellow this year. He collaborated with various faculty members to implement and execute various faculty-led programs and international field trips.
We are excited to continue working with him to be able to provide students with the life-changing international experience to study abroad.
CPGE Staff Updates
CPGE is proud to welcome new staff to our college. We are ready to serve our students, campus and the global community.
Ashley Davis Associate Director of Program Development and Partnerships
Joyce Hsiung Accountant II
Rhodora (Dory) Hipolito Budget Analyst
Jessa Odabashian Student Assistant
Cecilia Olmos Lead Budget Analyst
Ying (Candy) Tan Senior Program Manager of CPELI
Junko Takada ISSO Advisor/ SEVIS Specialist
Dean’s Message
Larissa Preiser-Houy
Interim Dean, College of Professional and Global Education
As the interim Dean of the College of Professional and Global Education (CPGE) at Cal Poly Pomona (CPP), I am pleased to share our progress and vision for the future. At the core of our mission is a deep commitment to lifelong learning—a belief that education is a continuous journey of growth and development that extends well beyond graduation.
As the strategic hub for professional, continuing, and global education at Cal Poly Pomona, CPGE plays a pivotal role in driving socio-economic growth and reinforcing the university’s standing as a leading polytechnic institution. Guided by the belief that learning is a lifelong journey, we are dedicated to creating innovative educational pathways that respond to market trends and the evolving needs of industry and community organizations. With a focus on enriching lives, advancing careers, and unlocking the full potential of every learner, we ensure that our efforts not only meet immediate educational needs but also foster long-term personal and professional growth.
This year, we have advanced our mission to empower career growth and foster lifelong learning through specialized programs tailored to the unique needs of a diverse community of non-traditional learners. Our polytechnic approach extends learning beyond the classroom, offering programs that combine hands-on experience with flexible modalities and schedules. Driven by innovation and a commitment to transformative impact, we foster partnerships at all levels—local, regional, national, and global—aligning our offerings with workforce demands and expanding mutually beneficial collaborations. Whether through advanced degrees, professional development, Open University programs, or international offerings, our goal is to empower our students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s dynamic workforce.
Looking ahead, we remain focused on expanding access to transformative educational experiences. We are committed to building and strengthening strategic partnerships with industry, community, and global partners. Guided by our commitment to Innovate Locally and Impact Globally, CPGE will continue to be a catalyst for personal and professional growth, addressing the needs of diverse learners, communities, and the broader economy.
Thank you for your continued support and collaboration on this exciting journey. Together, we are shaping a future where inclusive polytechnic education is a powerful engine for growth, innovation, impact, and lasting success.
