Engineering Business
Certificate
Pair your engineering education with essential business skills through Northeastern University's Galante Engineering Business Certificate, built for full-time, on-campus students aiming to excel in both technical and business domains.
Program overview
Engineer your path to business
The Galante Engineering Business Certificate at Northeastern University provides engineering students the chance to enhance their technical expertise with essential business skills. Tailored for full-time, on-campus students, the program combines a focused curriculum with experiential learning, including workshops, seminars, speaker series, and site visits.
You’ll engage in a connected cohort, gaining real-world experience and building professional networks. Integrated into Northeastern’s multi-degree pathway, you can earn up to three degrees (BS/MS/MBA) by leveraging courses across engineering and business curricula. Plus, you can develop a personalized plan to align program activities with your career goals.
The Galante Engineering Business Certificate at Northeastern University provides engineering students the chance to enhance their technical expertise with essential business skills. Tailored for full-time, on-campus students, the program combines a focused curriculum with experiential learning, including workshops, seminars, speaker series, and site visits.
You’ll engage in a connected cohort, gaining real-world experience and building professional networks. Integrated into Northeastern’s multi-degree pathway, you can earn up to three degrees (BS/MS/MBA) by leveraging courses across engineering and business curricula. Plus, you can develop a personalized plan to align program activities with your career goals.
- Earn both a master’s degree and an Engineering Business Certificate.
- Participate in experience-driven workshops, seminars, and networking events each semester.
- Transfer up to four certificate courses toward a Northeastern MBA.
- Benefit from a connected cohort experience, fostering camaraderie and collaboration.
- Create an individualized development plan to align program activities with career goals.
- Must have a minimum 3.40 GPA and be a Northeastern undergraduate in Engineering.
- Admittance to one of these graduate programs:
- Engineering management
- Industrial engineering
- Operations research
- Data analytics engineering
- Construction management
- Chemical engineering
- Students should have at least two semesters remaining to fulfill program requirements.
- Gain access to a robust business-based engineering curriculum.
- Leverage programmatic enrichment and professional development events to enhance your learning experience.
- Use Galante courses to count toward both your master’s degree and the business certificate.
- Engage in the exclusive networking and support of a cohort-driven program.
Admissions
Apply to the program
A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.
A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.
Applications received after the stated deadline dates will be accepted and processed as quickly as possible; however it may not be possible to have a decision rendered in time for the applicant to begin taking classes for the desired term if admitted.
Applications submitted by the referenced dates will receive full consideration for the referenced term. Applications received after the referenced dates will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Fall Admissions Deadlines
| Domestic student deadline: | August 1 |
Spring Admissions Deadlines
| Domestic student deadline: | December 1 |
Students are considered for the program based on rolling admission. Complete the application by including the following:
Resumé
Transcript
GRE is not required for terms starting during the 2023-2024 or 2024-2025 academic years
Personal statement
Please describe how you learned about the Galante Engineering Business Program and why you are interested, how you will contribute to the program, and how you will benefit from the program. (750 words max)
The application fee is waived for all new applicants applying to any of our Master of Science or Graduate Certificates for the fall 2025 and spring 2026 application terms.
Program objectives
Prepare for success
Empower your engineering career with business acumen and leadership skills to excel in today’s dynamic industry environment.
Build a strong foundation in business principles that complement your engineering expertise, enhancing your ability to lead and make strategic decisions.
Tailor your learning journey through workshops, seminars, and coursework, all designed to fit your unique career aspirations in both engineering and business.
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Degree building
Stack your certificate
Earning a graduate certificate is a fast and affordable way to acquire specialized skills while building toward your master’s degree. Upon completion of this certificate program, you may be able to apply your credits to an eligible master’s program, saving time and money on your degree.
Some of the eligible master’s programs for this certificate include:
Contact an enrollment counselor to learn more about eligibility requirements.
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Cost of attendance
Tuition and financial aid
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$28,935Tuition in USD
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025-2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.
There are many ways to pay for your education, including scholarships, financial aid, and more. Connect with a financial counselor to learn about your options and make your dream a reality.
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