The Graduate Certificate in Business Foundations
Distinguish yourself with advanced business skills.
Business principles apply across every sector of the economy. The Graduate Certificate in Business Foundations provides core knowledge in finance, accounting, marketing, management and operations to help professionals understand how organizations function and grow.
This program is ideal for non-business majors, entrepreneurs and professionals who want to develop practical business skills or transition into management roles.
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Business Foundations is a 12-credit-hour program that can be completed in:
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Two semesters (6 credit hours per semester), or
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Up to four semesters (3 credit hours per semester)
The program is designed for:
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Non-business undergraduate majors
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Working professionals
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Individuals pursuing entry-to mid-level management roles
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Students considering an MBA in the future
MBA Pathway:
This certificate fulfills four course requirements for the MBA, allowing students to build graduate-level knowledge while exploring further study.
Required Courses
Choose Four of the Following Courses:
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ACCTNG 5400: Financial and Managerial Accounting
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BUS AD 5100: Managerial Communication
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BUS AD 5900: Law, Ethics and Business
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FINANCE 6500: Financial Management
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MGMT 5600: Managing and Leading in Organizations
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INFSYS 5800: Management Information Systems
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MKTG 5700: Integrated Marketing Strategies
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SCMA 5310: Supply Chain Strategies
Career Opportunities
This certificate can help prepare professionals for roles such as:
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Accountant
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Management Consultant
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Social Media Manager
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Financial Analyst
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Business Reporter
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Business Manager
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Marketing Consultant
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Procurement Coordinator
Why Choose UMSL?
The Graduate Certificate in Business Foundations is offered through the Ed G. Smith College of Business at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, a globally recognized institution.
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Top 2% of business schools worldwide with dual AACSB accreditation in business and accounting
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Flexible programs designed for working professionals
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Expert faculty who combine academic research with real-world consulting experience
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Affordable tuition, consistently ranked among the most affordable universities in the St. Louis region
The University of Missouri–St. Louis provides the knowledge, resources, tools, skills and support students need to be successful in our programs. Designed to accommodate busy adults, the flexibility of this program enables students to boost their credentials while balancing work, family and school life. UMSL is committed to increasing access to higher education, and as such, is consistently ranked number one in affordability in the St. Louis region.
Ed G. Smith College of Business
Graduate Business Programs
104 Anheuser-Busch Hall
1 University Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63121
314-516-5885
mba@umsl.edu
Office of Graduate Admissions
121 Woods Hall
1 University Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63121
314-516-5458
gradadm@umsl.edu
