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:
- 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.
- Be recommended for acceptance into the program by two or more professional colleagues.
- Have a bachelor's degree from a recognized educational institution or equivalent academic credential. The educational institution, academic program, and academic record are considered.
- Have personal attributes such as demonstrated management potential and maturity, leadership qualities, intellectual curiosity, perseverance, and a drive to succeed.
- 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.
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Complete the following courses (6 credits): |
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PIM |
811 |
Financial Accounting and Reporting for Leaders |
1.5 |
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PIM |
841 |
Finance I: Investment Decisions |
1.5 |
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PIM |
862 |
Marketing I: Customer Analysis |
1.5 |
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PIM |
870 |
Supply Chain Management |
1.5 |
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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: |
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PIM |
812 |
Performance Measure and Control |
1.5 |
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PIM |
842 |
Finance II: Financial Decisions |
1.5 |
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PIM |
863 |
Marketing II: Systems and Strategy |
1.5 |
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| Students who successfully complete courses with a 3.0 or higher grade may apply courses to one graduate certificate and one degree program. |
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