ARCADE at UNC Greensboro offers structured access to certifications, technical workshops, and industry game jams. These programs support skill development in esports, digital media, and interactive technologies. Certifications are delivered through targeted training modules. Workshops address specific tools and workflows. Game jams are designed for corporate teams to engage in collaborative design and applied problem-solving. All offerings are customizable for professional or organizational needs.
ARCADE facilitates access to industry-recognized certifications in areas intersecting computer arts, digitization, and esports. These include:
Unreal Engine Certifications
Esports Management and Production Microcredentials
Certifications are delivered through structured workshops and training modules hosted on campus or virtually. Completion metrics are tracked and reported for employer verification.
Training
ARCADE designs and delivers targeted workshops for professionals seeking skill refinement or cross-disciplinary development. Formats include:
Short-format intensives (2–4 hours)
Multi-day technical bootcamps
Topics include:
Unreal Engine
Virtual production
Gamification and game-based learning
Simulation creation
Curriculum development
Running game-based events
Workshops are customizable for corporate teams or individual enrollment. Outcomes are aligned with certification pathways where applicable.
Industry Game Jams
ARCADE hosts structured game jam events for corporate teams. Objectives include:
Team cohesion through collaborative design
Applied problem-solving in simulated environments
Exposure to creative technologies and workflows
Formats:
One-day sprint jams (ideation to prototype)
Multi-day development jams and hackathons (with mentoring and judging)
Remote or hybrid participation options
Deliverables include playable prototypes, post-event retrospectives, and optional integration with internal training programs.
