Graduate Certificate

Business Essentials for Leaders - Graduate Certificate

Program:
Business Essentials for Leaders - Graduate Certificate
Plan Code:
BSESL_GRC2
Program Level:
Graduate Certification
Award Type:
Graduate Certificate Program
College:
Eli Broad College of Business
Department:
Eli Broad College of Business Dean


Excerpt from the official Academic Programs Catalog:

Listed below are the approved requirements for the program from the official Academic Programs Catalog.
Students must consult their advisors to learn which specific requirements apply to their degree programs.


The Eli Broad College of Business and The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management

Graduate Study

Business Essentials for Leaders - Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Business Essentials for Leaders provides current and emerging leaders with cross-functional business essentials to drive organizational success.

Admission

To be considered for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Business Essentials for Leaders, an applicant must:
  1. Be employed in a managerial position with work experience that will enhance contributions to the team and the program, and/or have demonstrated potential for career advancement and leadership in the public or private sector.
  2. Be recommended for acceptance into the program by two or more professional colleagues.
  3. Have a bachelor's degree from a recognized educational institution or equivalent academic credential. The educational institution, academic program, and academic record are considered.
  4. Have personal attributes such as demonstrated management potential and maturity, leadership qualities, intellectual curiosity, perseverance, and a drive to succeed.
  5. Successfully complete an interview/evaluation, articulating professional goals and how the program will contribute to personal success.
Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Business Essentials for Leaders 

The Graduate Certificate in Business Essentials for Leaders is available only online. Students must complete 9 credits as specified below.
1. Complete the following courses (6 credits):
PIM 811 Financial Accounting and Reporting for Leaders 1.5
PIM 841 Finance I: Investment Decisions 1.5
PIM 862 Marketing I: Customer Analysis 1.5
PIM 870 Supply Chain Management 1.5
2. Complete 3 additional 800-level or above credits in courses related to core business competencies approved by the college. Courses may be selected from the following:
PIM 812 Performance Measure and Control 1.5
PIM 842 Finance II: Financial Decisions 1.5
PIM 863 Marketing II: Systems and Strategy 1.5
Students who successfully complete courses with a 3.0 or higher grade may apply courses to one graduate certificate and one degree program.