Many midlevel and senior managers find that, at some point in their career, they have need of specialized knowledge in order to move to the next level. Executive programs often aim to offer access to relevant business information necessary for advancement.

A number of prominent universities can be found in Uruguay. The University of the Republic is the largest and most prestigious institute of higher education located in the country, which attracts students from all over South America and throughout the world.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.