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Graduate Certificate in Business Management Foundations at Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University, United States

Programme overview

The Graduate Certificate in Business Management Foundations is offered by the Smeal College of Business. Most career fields today require foundational business knowledge. The graduate certificate is a 12-credit program that can be completed in eight to twelve months. The graduate certificate provides foundational knowledge in key areas of business management.

Faculty: The Graduate School  |  Duration: 12 credits  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The certificate requires 12 credits.

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Entry requirements

Other admissions requirements include: Official Transcripts – Submit official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended , regardless of the number of credits or semesters completed. Transcripts not in English must be accompanied by a certified translation. Application –Completion of the Graduate School certificate application . Statement of Purpose — Applicants must describe how professional experience and goals align with the Certificate in Business Management Foundations, not to exceed 500 words. Vita or Résumé — Provide a one- to two-page listing of professional experience and education. GRE/GMAT scores are NOT required.

Duration: 12 credits

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