Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance is an online degree that allows students to participate in dynamic, diverse, and interactive online learning communities. The online format enables students to complete coursework using the latest networked information technologies, providing increased access to educational resources, advisors, and materials. The online degree follows the same curriculum as the on-campus degree.

Program Details

• The program is offered online, allowing students to complete their degrees via the Internet.
• The online format provides access to the latest networked information technologies for increased access to educational resources, advisors, and materials.
• The program follows the same curriculum as the on-campus degree.

Admission Criteria

• A 2.5 cumulative undergraduate GPA or better, or substantial experience and responsibility in a field related to the area of study, as documented by a current resume.
• Candidates for the certificate will be expected to complete course requirements with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.

Prerequisite Course Requirements

• ACC 311 or ACC 211 & ACC 212
• ECO 315 or ECO 201 & ECO 202
  • Each completed with a grade of C- or better.
  • Prerequisite requirements may be waived for students who can provide evidence of a minimum of 2+ year's experience in the prerequisite field of study.

Conditional Admission

• Applicants who do not meet prerequisites requirements may be granted conditional admission.
• Full admission is required before the student can continue beyond 12 credit hours in the MS in Finance degree.

Departmental Information

• Department: Finance
• Department Chair: Responsible for reviewing applicants who do not meet prerequisites requirements.