Credits
12
School of Business
Department of Business
Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Build skills aligned with your career goals without the commitment of a full MBA.
Build your own career-focused certificate
Learn graduate-level business skills without pausing your career. Choose four courses aligned with your goals and industry. Earn a respected credential before deciding on a full MBA. Complete your certificate in just 16 weeks. Every credit you earn applies directly to your MBA.
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An MBA can feel like a big commitment. Most graduate programs ask you to commit years of time and tens of thousands of dollars upfront. This program is different. With Concordia’s MBA Graduate Certificate, you can:
- Enroll in MBA-level courses now
- Start classes next month
- Build career-ready skills
- Earn a respected credential
- Apply all 12 credits toward your MBA degree later
No wasted time. No risk. Just real career progress.
Who should enroll in graduate certificates?
- Career changers
- Emerging managers
- Professionals seeking promotion
- Healthcare professionals moving into leadership
- Working adults wanting promotion or career advancement
- Professionals considering an MBA or graduate school
How the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration works
- Step 1: Choose any four MBA Courses; select courses aligned with your career goals.
- Step 2: Complete 12 graduate credits; finish your certificate in as little as 16 weeks.
- Step 3: Apply credits toward an MBA; every course transfers directly into the MBA program.
Certificate pathways
Pursue a graduate MBA certificate in the following areas:
Business Administration
To complete the Business Administration graduate certificate, complete four courses (12 credits) of coursework from the MBA core. Click here to view your options.
Management
To complete the Management graduate certificate, complete a combination of four courses (12 credits) of coursework from the MBA core and MBA concentrations. Click here to view your choices.
Concentration-Specific
To complete the Concentration-specific graduate certificate (i.e. Accounting, Human Resources, Leadership, etc.), complete four courses (12 credits) of coursework from within one MBA concentration. Click here to view the MBA concentrations.
What to Expect
Our MBA certificate is ideal for busy working professionals looking to stand out in their industry without committing to a full MBA. Our certificate programs are offered in the classroom, online, or as a combination of the two, so you can personalize your education around your schedule—not the other way around.
Courses that match your career goals
Review the categories below or build your own. Click here to view a full list of course options.
Artificial Intelligence & Data Analytics
Featured Courses:
- Artificial Intelligence in Business
- Business Intelligence & Predictive Analytics
- Applied Artificial Intelligence
- Data Acquisition & Management
- Intro to Coding & Databases
Career Outcomes: AI Strategy, Analytics, Operations, Business Intelligence
Advance Leadership Skills
Featured Courses:
- Ethical Leadership for Dynamic Organizations
- People-Focused Management
- Leadership Development
- Relational Leadership
- Strategic Management
Career Outcomes: Management, Team Leadership, Operations, Executive Growth
Marketing Communication
Featured Courses:
- Digital & Social Media Marketing Strategies
- Public Speaking & Professional Presentations
- Consumer Behavior
- Strategic Marketing
- Managerial Communication
Career Outcomes: Marketing Leadership, Brand Strategy, Communications, Public Relations
Healthcare
Featured Courses:
- Healthcare Strategy & Operations Management
- Healthcare Quality & Legal Regulation
- Innovation in Global Health
- Economics & Public Policy of Healthcare
Career Outcomes: Healthcare Administration, Clinical Leadership, Operations
When you finish the program, you will have foundational knowledge and increased acuity in business, and the other areas you choose concentrations in.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the certificate take?
Each class is 8 weeks long. Many students will take two classes at a time to finish in 16 weeks. If students take one class at a time, then the certificate can be completed in 32 weeks.
Can I apply these credits toward an MBA later?
Yes. All 12 credits transfer directly into Concordia’s MBA program.
Can I choose my own courses?
Yes. You can select any four MBA courses aligned with your goals.
Are courses online or in-person?
Most of the courses are fully online.
When can I start?
Classes begin every 8 weeks. Apply now and you can get started next month.
Looking for a full MBA?
You can transition into the full MBA degree course of study at any time through the standard application process.
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