Dean's Welcome
Welcome to the College of Extended Education & International Programs (EEIP) at California State University, Monterey Bay.
At EEIP, we serve a dynamic community of learners—including working professionals, adult degree completers, international students, and lifelong learners. Our academic programs are designed to be flexible, workforce-aligned, and accessible, supporting individuals at every stage of their educational and professional journey through online, hybrid, and in-person formats.
Here are a few exciting developments across the college this semester:
- We are launching an AI Certificate in collaboration with the College of Business and regional employers—part of a broader strategy to expand access to emerging technology competencies across high-opportunity fields.
- We are developing PROPEL (Professional and Regional Online Pathways for Employment-Aligned Learning)—a strategic initiative to expand affordable, online degree-completion programs in partnership with rural community colleges and regional employers. Building on the success of our Computer Science Online Degree Completion program, PROPEL reflects our commitment to workforce-responsive, stackable credential pathways that support both career advancement and regional economic development.
- We are exploring new opportunities that meet regional needs—including certificate programs in Massage Therapy and a Drone Certificate—in collaboration with other colleges and industry partners. We welcome input on emerging needs and ideas for future development.
- We also lead CSUMB’s global engagement efforts—expanding international partnerships, supporting student and faculty mobility, and developing online collaborative programs that connect learners and institutions across borders to extend CSUMB’s reach and impact.
This is a year of momentum and collaboration at EEIP—focused on scaling innovation, strengthening community and employer partnerships, and enhancing learner support. Whether you're completing a degree, earning a certificate, developing new skills, or exploring ways to collaborate, we look forward to working with you.
Warm regards,
Yimin Wang, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Extended Education & International Programs
Senior International Officer
California State University, Monterey Bay
yimwang@csumb.edu