Business Foundations Graduate Certificate

Program Overview

The Business Foundations Graduate Certificate is designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in business principles. This certificate offers business foundation courses for individuals interested in developing or renewing skills and knowledge in basic business foundations. The program primarily targets working professionals with non-business undergraduate degrees who desire formal business education to support existing or anticipated responsibilities in their career tracks.

Program Details

• Credit Hours: 12
• Course Length: 7 weeks
• Estimated Program Length: 12 months

What You Will Learn

This certificate provides the foundation for further graduate study in business and administration. Participants will learn about business foundations, including courses in e-Business Systems, Managerial Economics, Financial Management, Management Skills and Applications, Marketing Management, and Business Analytics.

Accreditation

The UWF Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business is accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Only 6% of business schools worldwide have earned this symbol of the highest standard in management education.

Courses & Requirements

• The certificate requires 12 total semester hours.
• Courses include:
  • GEB 5870 - MBA Foundations: e-Business Systems
  • GEB 5871 - MBA Foundations: Managerial Economics
  • GEB 5872 - MBA Foundations: Financial Management I
  • GEB 5873 - MBA Foundations: Financial Management II
  • GEB 5874 - MBA Foundations: Financial Management III
  • GEB 5875 - MBA Foundations: Management Skills and Applications
  • GEB 5876 - MBA Foundations: Marketing Management
  • GEB 5879 - MBA Foundations: Business Analytics
• Admission Requirements: To be considered for admission, applicants must be admitted to the University as a graduate non-degree-seeking student.

Careers & Outcomes

With a business foundations graduate certificate, individuals can pursue advancement in a variety of business careers, including:

• Marketing Research Analysts
• Cost Estimators
• Accountant
• Auditor
• Management Analysts
• The median annual wage for business and financial occupations is $76,850.
• About 911,400 job openings are projected each year.
• Employment is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations from 2022 to 2032.

Cost & Financial Aid

• Tuition Rate Per Credit Hour:
  • In-state Tuition: $377.60 per credit hour
  • Out-of-state Tuition: $1,037.24 per credit hour
• Total Tuition for the program:
  • In-state: $4,531.20
  • Out-of-state: $12,446.88
• Alabama Differential Out-of-State Tuition: Residents of Alabama are eligible for a reduced out-of-state tuition rate.
• Military & Veterans: The UWF Military & Veterans Resource Center serves as the campus advocate for military, dependents, and veteran students.
• UWF Financial Assistance: The University offers various financial aid options, including loans, scholarships, and grants for degree-seeking students.

Featured Courses

• GEB 5872: MBA Foundations: Financial Management I
• GEB 5875: MBA Foundations: Management Skills and Applications
• GEB 5876: MBA Foundations: Marketing Management
• GEB 5879: MBA Foundations: Business Analytics

Related Programs

• Master of Business Administration, MBA
• Entrepreneurship Graduate Online Certificate
• Business Analytics Graduate Online Certificate
• Hospitality and Tourism Leadership Graduate Certificate

University of West Florida

---

Overview:

The University of West Florida (UWF) is a public university offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. It prides itself on providing a personalized learning experience with small class sizes and dedicated faculty. UWF emphasizes a strong student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring individual attention and support.

---

Services Offered:

---

Student Life and Campus Experience:

UWF offers a vibrant campus community with various facilities and resources. Students can explore the Pensacola campus, UWF Emerald Coast in Fort Walton Beach, UWF Historic Trust in Historic Pensacola, and UWF's downtown Pensacola facilities. A virtual tour is available to experience the campus remotely.

---

Key Reasons to Study There:

Personalized Attention:

UWF boasts a 100:1 student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring personalized attention and support from world-renowned professors.

Diverse Programs:

Over 110 undergraduate and graduate programs cater to various interests and career aspirations.

Strong Reputation:

UWF is ranked #100 in the "Top Public School – Regional Universities South" by U.S. News and World Report.

Engaging Campus Life:

UWF offers a vibrant campus community with various facilities and resources, including a virtual tour for remote exploration.

---

Academic Programs:

---

Other:

UWF actively engages in research and community outreach. Recent initiatives include:

Archaeology Institute Field Schools:

Offering students hands-on experience in archaeological investigations.

HeirStory Project:

Collaborating with a renowned journalist to develop technology for preserving family legacies.

Galapagos Islands Study Abroad:

Providing students with immersive cultural and historical experiences.