If you want to learn new skills without committing to a full master’s degree program, or if you have already completed a master’s degree and want to freshen up your knowledge in a new, emerging field, you might want to consider one of our professional certificate programs.
The College of Business and Public Management offers a variety of non-degree certificate programs in high-demand subjects that will equip you with knowledge that you can apply right away at work.
Each certificate program consists of five to six graduate-level business courses, allowing you to get up to speed in a short timeframe. And classes completed in many of our certificate programs may count toward a master’s degree in the future.
Depending on which program you choose, you may have the option to attend at our La Verne Campus or online. You can start the program in Fall Session I or II, Spring Session I or II, or Summer Session.
Certificate Programs
Accounting
6 courses, 18 units
This certificate is designed for individuals who want to better understand the fundamentals of accounting. All courses may count toward the Master of Science in Accounting or Master of Business for Experienced Professionals (MBAX).
Finance
6 courses, 18 units
This certificate is designed for individuals who want to develop a fundamental understanding of finance. All courses may count toward the Master of Science in Finance or Master of Business for Experienced Professionals (MBAX).
Health Services Management
6 courses, 18 units
This certificate is designed for individuals with managerial experience who want to make a career move into the healthcare industry.
Health Services Marketing and Business Development
6 courses, 18 units
This certificate is designed for individuals with marketing and business development experience who want to make a career move into the healthcare industry.
Human Resources Management
6 courses, 18 units
This certificate provides a foundation in human resources management. All courses may count toward the Master of Science in Leadership and Management.
Information Technology
6 courses, 18 units
This certificate provides a foundation in information technology in a business setting. All courses may count toward the Master of Business for Experienced Professionals (MBAX).
International Business
4 courses, 12 units
This certificate is designed for individuals who want to develop a fundamental understanding of international business. All courses may count toward the Master of Business for Experienced Professionals (MBAX).
Management and Leadership
2 courses, 6 units
This certificate provides an overview of management and leadership techniques. Both courses may count toward the Master of Business for Experienced Professionals (MBAX).
Management and Leadership for Physicians and Nurses
5 courses, 15 units
This certificate is for practicing clinical personnel who desire an increasing role in leadership and management in a healthcare setting.
Marketing
8 courses, 24 units
This certificate is designed for individuals who want to understand the basics of marketing. All courses may count toward the Master of Business for Experienced Professionals (MBAX).
Nonprofit Management
6 courses, 18 units
This certificate emphasizes the human dimensions associated with leading and managing nonprofit organizations. All courses may count toward the Master of Science in Leadership and Management.
Organizational Leadership
6 courses, 18 units
This certificate helps individuals who desire an increasing role in leadership and management within a business or organization. All courses may count toward the Master of Science in Leadership and Management.
Prep for US Medical Residency/Fellowship
2 courses, 6 units
This certificate provides career development and organizational leadership tools for those seeking US medical residency or fellowship opportunities.
Supply Chain Management
5 courses, 15 units
This certificate provides an overview of human resources management and leadership techniques. All courses may count toward the Master of Business for Experienced Professionals (MBAX).
Our certificates are non-degree programs with open enrollment, subject to the terms of our catalog. Successful completion of a certificate program does not guarantee future admission into a master’s degree. If you wish to pursue a master’s degree, you will need to apply for the degree program.