The Madison School of Professional Development (MSPD) is the professional development division of Madison Education Group (MEG). The MSPD offers a wide variety of professional development certificates and educational programs. Programs are delivered predominantly online. However, the MSPD partners with international providers who provide traditional, face to face program offerings. The MSPD is also a Professional Organization offering membership opportunities and benefits for working professionals seeking to network, advance their careers, and promote their organization or personal brand.
To become a member of the MSPD, simply fill out the online application and set up your monthly dues payment. Members enjoy a wide range of benefits including such things as discounts on applicable professional development certificates, networking opportunities, and member access to select webinars and other trainings. You can cancel your membership at any time.
MSPD members enjoy a wide range of benefits and opportunities. As members of a professional organization, MSPD members can promote their membership on their resumes and social media pages. Members also gain access to the member communications board and can list upcoming events, promote their personal brand, or seek out job opportunities. Benefits also include such things as
discounts on applicable professional development certificates,
networking opportunities, and member access to select webinars and other
trainings. For a full list of membership benefits, visit the membership page on the MEG website.
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