Business professionals are much like businesses themselves—as opportunities emerge and the marketplace evolves, their needs change. D'Amore-McKim's graduate certificates are a way to quickly gain specialized business knowledge and a professional credential to help you meet your personal and career goals.
The business learning you need in as few as four graduate classes
Graduate Certificates Overview
Our graduate certificates are short-term programs that focus on 17 different key topics of business. Pursuing a graduate certificate allows you to specialize your studies in the area of business that best suits your interests or career goals. You can expand your business knowledge in new topics or strengthen existing skills to advance your career potential and distinguish you from your peers.
- Program structure: 12–15 credits offered full-time, part-time, or online, depending on your program.
- Campus locations: Boston and 100% online.
- Class schedule: Boston classes are held weeknights, Monday–Thursday, Online classes are self-paced.
- Time to complete: Four months to three years, depending on your program.
Request More Information
Our graduate programs are specifically designed to meet the needs of students and professionals in this fast paced and changing global economy. Sign up to receive more information about the program that interests you most.
Learn it today, use it tomorrow
For working professionals in the program, these flexible, focused certificates offer education with immediate impact. Take the lessons you learn in the classroom and apply them to your career the very next day. Your graduate certificate will give you the tools and skills you need to overcome current and future business challenges.
Courses tailored to your goals
Choose from a broad range of electives to supplement your required courses and build the knowledge and skills you need to position yourself for professional growth. Fill in gaps in your business acumen or strengthen key areas to expand your career potential.
Build toward something more
When you are ready to pursue a graduate degree at Northeastern University, the credits you earn during your graduate certificate program may be applied to eligible D'Amore-McKim master's programs, including our Part-Time or Online MBA. This is a valuable opportunity to turn your career-enhancing graduate certificate into a more advanced professional credential.
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Nine of our graduate certificates are compliant with F-1 visa regulations. For international students studying full-time on one of our U.S. campuses, you may become eligible to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT), allowing you to apply to work for up to 12 months in the U.S.
Full-time Graduate Certificate | Typical program timeline
*Starts in September or January. May be completed at a flexible pace but is usually completed in two semesters.
*Starts in September or January. May be completed at a flexible pace but is usually completed in two semesters.
Part-time Graduate Certificate | Typical program timeline
*Most finish in three semesters, but you can go at your own pace up to three years.
*Most finish in three semesters, but you can go at your own pace up to three years.
Online Graduate Certificate | Typical program timeline
Choose your graduate certificate
F-1 compliant graduate certificates
Plan with genuine, dedicated support
Work with experts to plan your career path
Tap into the extensive career planning tools and the deep understanding of the job market that our Graduate Career Center offers. Whether you're climbing to the top in your current field or moving into a new area of business, you can craft a career plan tailored to your goals with the help of an advisor.
Get job search ready
Networking opportunities
Explore job postings
Access on-demand career-related content
Meet Our Students
Your classmates will challenge you and support you, becoming part of your permanent professional network and your Northeastern family. Many of our graduates tell us this is the most rewarding part of the program.
Experience-Powered Learning
Experience is at the heart of a Northeastern education. Leverage opportunities to apply what you've learned in the classroom to actual business challenges and gain confidence. You'll be encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities outside the classroom:
Next steps
Learn more about our Boston campus
Admissions & Events
Questions? Get in touch.
Elizabeth Nersinger
Jessica Ward
How to apply
- Application form
- Application fee ($100)
- A personal statement (<=500 words) and a short essay (<=300 words)
- Resumé
- One letter of recommendation
- Academic transcript(s) from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended
- Kira online interview (by invitation, access provided after submitting your application)
- TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PTE Academic (for international students only, view more information and waiver eligibility in our admissions policies)
- Passport or permanent residency card (if applicable)
Essential admissions information
- GMAT/GRE required? GRE or GMAT scoers are not required for graduate certificate programs. For more information watch this video, or review our admissions policies.
- English language proficiency: English proficiency, both written and verbal, is necessary for success in D'Amore-McKim classrooms. For more information, review our admissions policies.
- Where do I apply? Learn more here.
- Interview required? Kira online interview (by invitation, access is provided after submitting your application).
| Application Deadlines | Decision Notifications | Classes Begin |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 26, 2024 | Rolling Basis | January |
| Oct. 24, 2024* | Rolling Basis | January |
| Dec. 5, 2024 | Rolling Basis | January |
| Jan. 9, 2025 | Rolling Basis | September |
| March 27, 2025** | Rolling Basis | September |
| May 15, 2025 | Rolling Basis | September |
| June 26, 2025 | Rolling Basis | September |
| Aug. 7, 2025 | Rolling Basis | September |
**March 27, 2025 deadline is the final deadline for international candidates who require a new F-1 or J-1 visa for a September start for eligible full-time programs
Online Graduate Certificates
| Application Deadlines | Enrollment Deadlines | Classes Begin |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 12, 2024 | Aug. 19, 2024 | September |
| Sept. 30, 2024 | Oct. 7, 2024 | October |
| Dec. 9, 2024 | Dec. 16, 2024 | January |
| Feb. 3, 2025 | Feb. 10, 2025 | February |
| April 14, 2025 | April 28, 2025 | May |
| June 9, 2025 | June 30, 2025 | July |
Graduation Dates
Degrees are conferred in May, August, and December with a graduation ceremony held at the end of the spring term. Learn more about commencement.
Tuition
Northeastern Student Financial Services publishes the tuition rates for graduate programs. Under the “Graduate Programs” section, the cost per credit appears next to “D'Amore-McKim School of Business Programs.”
Financial Aid
Northeastern's Student Financial Services team will guide you through options to help you finance your graduate education. You can learn more about graduate financial aid options on their website.
Once you become a student, your financial aid advisor will work with you to answer your questions, and provide valuable insight as you navigate the financial commitments of your program.
Scholarships
D'Amore-McKim and Northeastern University offer a variety of scholarships. Campus-based applicants will automatically receive consideration for a merit scholarship. You may also qualify for funding support as an alum, U.S. servicemember, or veteran.
Application Fee Waivers
D'Amore-McKim offers application fee waivers to applicants that meet specific criteria. You can review the policy on the Graduate Application FAQ web page.
The D'Amore-McKim community believes that understanding and solving problems requires constant interaction among people who bring different contexts and experiences to the conversation.
We value uniqueness, recognize the power and importance of belonging in our own and surrounding communities, and ensure engaged participation. Numerous student groups and campus resources focus on building dynamic communities.
Upcoming Events
Graduate Certificates Overview
Join us to learn how a graduate certificate from D'Amore-McKim can further your career goals.