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Financial Management - Graduate Certificate

The Financial Management graduate certificate allows students to gain specialized knowledge in the domain of finance. Topics offered include basic financial management with electives in all areas, including international finance, investments (including derivative securities), real estate and financial law.

Below you’ll see the key elements of our graduate certificate in finance program, and how this certificate will open up new career opportunities.

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Program Information for Financial Management - Graduate Certificate

Admissions for Financial Management - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcripts
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
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International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions
Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate effective financial management and leadership ability when presented with a dilemma or opportunity.
  2. Identify and analyze financial management concerns that affect business decisions.
  3. Create and communicate value for all stakeholders in the organization.
Coursework

Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
FIN 66060MANAGERIAL FINANCE 2
Certificate Electives, choose from the following:12
FIN 56055
ADVANCED DERIVATIVE SECURITIES
FIN 56056
ADVANCED FIXED INCOME MANAGEMENT
FIN 56059
APPLIED FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
FIN 56061
REAL ESTATE FINANCE
FIN 56064
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS FINANCE
FIN 56067
ADVANCED PORTFOLIO ANALYSIS
FIN 56072
BUSINESS FINANCIAL DISTRESS AND BANKRUPTCY
FIN 56280
GOLDEN FLASH ASSET MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
FIN 66040
INTERNATIONAL ISSUES IN BANKING AND FINANCE
Minimum Total Credit Hours:14

Progression Requirements

  • Maintain good standing

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000 3.000
Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • Fully online
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus
Accreditation for Financial Management - Graduate Certificate

AACSB, International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Financial Management - Graduate Certificate

Financial managers

15.5%

much faster than the average

697,900

number of jobs

$134,180

potential earnings

Personal financial advisors

4.4%

about as fast as the average

263,000

number of jobs

$89,330

potential earnings

Financial and investment analysts, financial risk specialists, and financial specialists, all other

5.5%

faster than the average

487,800

number of jobs

$83,660

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

FAQs С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Our Financial Management Certificate Program

What skills will students gain through the Financial Management certificate program?

This program is designed for students who are looking to gain more insight into the field of finance and be equipped with the skills needed for the industry. Students who complete a postgraduate certificate in finance will develop an array of skills, including:

  • Critical thinking
  • Financial planning
  • Investment analysis
  • Financial communication
  • Strategic thinking
  • Collaboration
  • Leadership

Such skills are vital for the financial industry, and our courses help students enhance these skills so they can better position themselves in the job market.

In addition to the possible careers mentioned, what other roles can I pursue with a Financial Management certificate?

Our postgraduate certificate in finance gives you the flexibility to pursue various careers in the financial industry. Other career opportunities include:

  • Corporate financial analyst
  • Treasury analyst
  • Credit analyst
  • Risk manager
  • Investment banker
  • Loan officer
  • Real estate financial analyst
  • Financial planner

Where can I apply for the Financial Management certificate program?

Visit our application page to utilize our portal. Before doing so, you will want to review our admissions information in the dropdown above to be aware of all required criteria.

Before I commit to the graduate certificate in finance, how can I schedule a tour on campus?

We have four different options to help you get an inside look at our campus.

  • Campus tours – One of our campus tour guides will walk you through campus, showing you such areas as the С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Student Center, our classrooms, and more.
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  • 3D building tour – This tour option shows the classrooms in our academic buildings and more.
  • Self-guided campus tour – Download our self-guided tour app and you can listen to current students narrate a tour for you.

What are the benefits of obtaining a Financial Management certificate from С»ÆƬÊÓƵ?

Within the Financial Management certificate program, students will gain specialized knowledge in the financial industry and build on the skills they have developed as part of their bachelor’s degree. These refined and expanded skills help students to stand out to employers and make them more viable candidates for diverse roles.

Financial Management certificate courses are led by professors who have extensive experience in the financial industry and are passionate about helping students achieve their career goals. Along with this, students in this program also gain real-life experience and have the opportunity to participate in the Golden Flash Asset Management Group, which manages $1.2 million in university assets.

These aspects help to fully prepare students and give them the confidence they need for future roles following the graduate certificate in finance.

Why Choose С»ÆƬÊÓƵ?

At С»ÆƬÊÓƵ, we are dedicated to supplying students with the resources they need to succeed. Some of these include:

  • Career development workshops – Whether you need assistance with classes or are searching for an internship, we have workshops that can help you achieve your goals.
  • Leadership development opportunities – С»ÆƬÊÓƵ offers an Annual Weekend Leadership Retreat, Empowered Leader Seminar Course, and Peer Leader Training Courses so students can develop leadership skills that last beyond the classroom.
  • Student involvement opportunities – We believe creating connections on campus can last a lifetime, which is why we provide a variety of student organizations and events.

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If you would like to know more about our postgraduate certificate in finance or the application process, contact our team today.  We look forward to speaking with you!

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