D'Amore-McKim School of Business

Business Administration

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Position yourself for career advancement with the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration. This graduate certificate is designed to help you develop and refine the skills you need to be a more strategic manager and leader. At the pace that works for you, you can gain specific knowledge you need to accelerate your career.

Boston
Location
Full-Time
Part-Time
Commitment
1-3 Years
Duration of Program
AACSB
Accreditation
Fall, Spring
Entry Terms
Yes *
Meets F1 Visa Requirements
Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration at the D’Amore-McKim School of Business is designed to help you learn the skills you need to excel today, while earning credits to drive you toward tomorrow’s goals. Your program will consist of four to six essential business courses. You may accelerate the curriculum and complete it in as little as eight months, or spread out and take up to three years to complete.

You may choose to focus on one area of specialty or gain fundamental business knowledge around financial reporting and managerial decision making, managing people and organizations, information analysis, and managing information resources. You can gain this specialized knowledge on our main Boston campus in four ways:

When you are ready to pursue a full graduate degree at D’Amore-McKim—now or in the future—the credits you earn during the certificate program may be applied to eligible master’s programs, including the Part-Time MBA.

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Unique Features

  • This program meets F-1 international student status requirements
  • Successfully complete our Part-Time MBA Path, and you may be eligible to waive the GMAT requirement when you later apply for a D'Amore-McKim graduate program
  • Build a course sequence that meets your educational needs
  • Structure a pace that fits your current personal and professional commitments
  • Apply what you learn to your current job, as you learn it
  • Three convenient start dates per year
  • GRE/GMAT test scores are not required
  • Two curriculum options are F-1 visa compliant: the Eight-month international student cohort and the Four-month accelerated curriculum

Accreditation Description

Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International—the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.

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Admissions

A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern—a top-50 university—can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and hands-on professional experience in the area of your interest. Apply now—and take your career to the next level.

Program Costs

$25.4K *
Tuition

Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships.

How to Apply Learn more about the application process and requirements.

Requirements

  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Personal statement
  • Current resumé
  • One professional letter of recommendation
  • Academic transcript(s)
  • Admissions prerequisites:
    • U.S. bachelor's degree or equivalent
    • Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0
    • Work experience
    • Demonstrated English-language proficiency for non-native speakers.

GMAT/GRE required? Graduate certificate programs do not require a GRE or GMAT score for admission.

English language proficiency: English proficiency, both written and verbal, is necessary for success in D’Amore-McKim classrooms. For more information, review our admissions policies.

Are You an International Student? Find everything you need, from tuition and financial aid to deadlines and procedures, here.

Admissions Details Learn more about the D’Amore-McKim School of Business admissions process, policies, and required materials.

Admissions Dates

Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis, and we recommend that you complete your application early to maximize your chances of securing enrollment.

Full-Time Deadlines: Classes beginning in January
Full-Time Deadlines: Classes beginning in September
Part-Time Deadlines: Classes beginning in January
Part-Time Deadlines: Classes beginning in September
Application Deadline: Decision Notification:
October 4 Rolling Basis
November 9 (Final deadline for international candidates who require an F-1 visa) Rolling Basis
December 8 Rolling Basis
Application Deadline: Decision Notification:
March 21 Rolling Basis
April 20 Rolling Basis
June 1 (Final deadline for international candidates who require an F-1 visa) Rolling Basis
June 29 Rolling Basis
Application Deadline: Decision Notification:
October 4 Rolling Basis
November 9 Rolling Basis
December 8 Rolling Basis
Application Deadline: Decision Notification:
March 21 Rolling Basis
April 20 Rolling Basis
June 1 Rolling Basis
June 29 Rolling Basis
Curriculum

Industry-aligned courses for in-demand careers.


For 100+ years, we’ve designed our programs with one thing in mind—your success. Explore the current program requirements and course descriptions, all designed to meet today’s industry needs and must-have skills.

 

Experiential Learning

At D'Amore-McKim School of Business, we believe that educational opportunities are everywhere, and learning is not limited to the classroom. We offer our students experiential learning opportunities that bring academic lessons into real-world practice. Our unique, hands-on learning model is setting the standard for the future of business education.

  • IDEA: A Student-Run Venture Accelerator—Starting your own business venture? Work with mentors, access financial support, and seek additional help in areas like marketing and communications. IDEA can help you bring your idea to life.
  • The 360 Huntington Fund—The 360 Huntington Fund is D’Amore-McKim School of Business’ student-managed mutual fund. Our students manage a half million dollars of the university’s endowment—are you up for the challenge?
  • Student Clubs--Student-run clubs play a pivotal role in student life and culture of D’Amore-McKim. Club leaders bring in seasoned executives to conduct skill-building sessions and resumé reviews, as well as informal lunch talks and broad networking opportunities.
  • OPT Work Authorization: International students who successfully complete a 15-credit certificate program on campus are eligible to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT) work authorization. Apply your classroom learning to real-world work experience.
Faculty

Our Faculty

Our faculty represents a wide cross-section of professional practices and fields ranging from finance to education to biomedical science to management to the U.S. military. They serve as mentors and advisors and collaborate alongside students to solve the most pressing global challenges facing established and emerging markets.

Students

By enrolling in Northeastern, you’ll gain access to students at 14 campus locations, 300,000+ alumni, and 2,900+ employer partners worldwide. Our global university system provides students unique opportunities to think locally and act globally while serving as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.

 

  • Where They Work

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
    • EZ Cater
    • BNY Mellon
    • Boston Scientific
    • John Hancock

  • What They Do

    • Business Development
    • Operations
    • Analyst
    • Business Analyst
    • Senior Analyst

  • What They're Skilled At

    • Finance
    • Customer Service
    • Leadership
    • Strategic Planning
    • Management

 

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