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Accountancy (Graduate Certificate) at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

The graduate certificate in accountancy offers students a deeper understanding of accounting information. Although the certificate does not qualify students for a CPA, the program is designed to provide a solid understanding of accounting fundamentals. Program graduates will be informed users of accounting information, able to apply accounting knowledge in their current disciplines, and make more informed decisions.

Faculty: GW School of Business  |  Department: Accountancy  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

Required coursework includes ACCY 6101 Financial Accounting (or equivalent course/experience); ACCY 6104 Intermediate Accounting I; ACCY 6105 Intermediate Accounting II; ACCY 6201 Accounting for Internal Decision Making; ACCY 6202 Advanced Strategic Cost Management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission. If transcripts are in a language other than English, English language translations must be provided. The English translation alone should be uploaded into your application. In an essay of 250 – 500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, res

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

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