Quantitative Business Management Graduate Certificate

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Quantitative Business Management - Graduate Certificate

The Quantitative Business Management graduate certificate prepares participants to serve as responsible leaders in public, private and nonprofit organizations. Because the need for quantitative business management competence is ubiquitous across organizations, this certificate program welcomes participants from all fields and undergraduate degree backgrounds.

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Discover everything you need to know about the graduate certificate in business management, from program requirements to key insights, and see how this program can align with your career goals and support your journey toward a fulfilling career in the business world.

Program Information for Quantitative Business Management - Graduate Certificate

Admissions for Quantitative Business Management - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
Official transcripts
English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:¹
- Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
- Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
- Minimum 58 PTE score
- Minimum 110 DET score

¹: International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester
- Rolling admissions
Spring Semester
- Rolling admissions
Summer Term
- Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Identify the problem and select the appropriate tool(s) to resolve the problem.
Analyze the problem in order to come to a decision or conclusion.
Identify alternatives and consequences regarding an ethical dilemma and support a course of action.
Identify global factors involved in making business decisions.
Prioritize and analyze alternatives and consequences related to global factors and support a strategic decision in a global business context.

Coursework

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Program Requirements
Progression Requirements
Graduation Requirements

Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Course List
Code	Title	Credit Hours
Certificate Requirements
ACCT 63037	FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING	2
ACCT 63038	MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING	2
BA 64005	ANALYTICS FOR DECISION MAKING	2
ECON 62022	MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS	2
FIN 66060	MANAGERIAL FINANCE	2
Minimum Total Credit Hours:		10

Progression Requirements

Maintain good academic standing

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements Summary - Certificates
Minimum Certificate GPA	Minimum Overall GPA
3.000	3.000

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this major. However, courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester One		Credits
First Eight Weeks
ACCT 63037	FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING	2
Second Eight Weeks
ACCT 63038	MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING	2
	Credit Hours	4
Semester Two
First Eight Weeks
BA 64005	ANALYTICS FOR DECISION MAKING	2
ECON 62022	MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS	2
Second Eight Weeks
FIN 66060	MANAGERIAL FINANCE	2
	Credit Hours	6
	Minimum Total Credit Hours:	10

Program Delivery

Delivery:
- Fully online
- In person
Location:
- Kent Campus

Accreditation for Quantitative Business Management - Graduate Certificate

AACSB, International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Why �鶹��ѡIs the Ideal Place to Earn Your Graduate Certificate in Business Management

At Kent State, the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship has consistently been ranked among the top business schools in the United States. Known for fostering young leaders, our college excels at providing an innovative education while conducting top-tier research and honing expertise, earning us numerous accolades and recognitions nationwide.

Other benefits of choosing �鶹��ѡfor your graduate certificate in business management include:

Flexibility – You can take all of your business management postgraduate certificate courses online from anywhere you would like, allowing you to balance work, school, and personal life
Straightforward application process – Admission requirements include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, a minimum 2.750 GPA, and official transcripts
Quality Matters certification – All courses in our graduate certificate in business management program are Quality Matters (QM) certified, ensuring excellence in online education and instructional delivery

FAQs About Our Graduate Certificate in Business Management Program

I’m not sure which program delivery is the right choice. Is there a preferred option?

Choosing the right program delivery depends on your individual needs and circumstances. �鶹��ѡoffers the graduate certificate in business management program both online and in-person, as we understand that many students may be balancing their studies with career responsibilities. We recommend evaluating your schedule, learning style, and personal preferences to determine the best fit.

Need assistance? Our academic advisors are available to guide you and help you choose the delivery method that aligns with your goals.

What are some of the topic focuses within the program?

Students in the postgraduate certificate in business management program will take coursework on the following:

Financial accounting for decision making
Managerial accounting for decision making
Analytics for decision making
Managerial economics
Managerial finance

The coursework for the graduate certificate in business management consists of a total of 10 credit hours. In order to successfully complete the certificate, students must achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the program.

What other postgraduate business certificate programs does �鶹��ѡoffer?

In addition to our postgraduate certificate in quantitative business management, we offer an array of other in-person and online business certificate programs as well.

The following business graduate certificates are available online only:

The following business graduate certificates are offered both in person and online:

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Quantitative Business Management - Graduate Certificate

General and operations managers

5.8%

faster than the average

2,486,400

number of jobs

$103,650

potential earnings

Management analysts

10.7%

much faster than the average

876,300

number of jobs

$87,660

potential earnings

Apply to Our Postgraduate Certificate in Business Management Program

Ready to begin the next step in your career? Apply for our graduate certificate in business management program today. If you have any questions, please be sure to reach out.

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