Program Overview

Program Overview

The Accounting Graduate Certificate program is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in accounting. The program is offered by the School of Business Administration at Penn State Harrisburg.

Program Requirements for Admission

Applicants must apply for admission to the certificate program via the Graduate School application for admission. Admission requirements are stated in the GENERAL INFORMATION section of the Graduate Bulletin. International applicants must satisfy the English proficiency requirement.

Ordinarily, an entering student will have successfully completed a baccalaureate degree in accounting or comparable accounting coursework. If the undergraduate major was not accounting, an applicant should have completed the following minimum core of accounting coursework (or equivalent):

• Financial and managerial accounting principles
• Intermediate financial accounting I and II
• Cost accounting
• Federal taxation
• Auditing

Program Details

The program is part of the comprehensive college in southcentral Pennsylvania, offering more than 70 undergraduate and graduate programs. The college is committed to providing high-quality education and research opportunities.

Academics

The college offers a range of academic programs, including:

• Undergraduate Degrees
• Graduate Degrees
• Academic Calendar

Research

The college is engaged in various research areas, including:

• Office of Research and Outreach
• Harrisburg LaunchBox

Student Life

The college provides a range of student life opportunities, including:

• Office of Student Engagement
• Division of Student Affairs
• Student Initiated Fee

Community Safety & Health

The college is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment, with:

• University Police and Public Safety
• PSUAlert
• Weather Policy