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If you're thinking of pursuing the next step in your business education, there's no better place to do that than Northeastern. A master's degree from Northeastern distinguishes you as an innovative thinker and problem-solver who is uniquely prepared for the challenges of today's global business world.

And your Graduate Certificate in Business Administration from Northeastern can give you a head start on that degree. Once you've completed your certificate with at least a 3.0 GPA, you may be able to apply your credits to an eligible master's degree program at Northeastern for up to three years following completion of your certificate. This includes an MBA program at D'Amore-McKim like our Part-Time MBA, or an applicable master's program at the College of Professional Studies. (Note that completion of your graduate certificate doesn't guarantee acceptance into a master's degree program.)

Having never taken a business course prior to entering the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration program, it was the perfect way to get my feet wet. It didn't take me long to realize that earning my certificate would only be the beginning of my business career.

Madeleine Eames, GCBA'15, Part-Time MBA Path

Eligible Master's Programs at D'Amore McKim School of Business

Eligible Master's Programs at the College of Professional Studies

MS in Corporate & Organizational Communication

The Master of Science in Corporate and Organizational Communication is designed to provide you with the skills, knowledge, and experiential learning opportunities required to succeed in a dynamic field.

Select graduate business courses from the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration are eligible to apply towards this master's program if you earn a 3.0 grade or above. Please contact your academic advisor for details.

This program is offered on the Boston campus or online.


MPS in Digital Media

The Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media offers a hands-on, collaborative way to explore core creative concepts and innovative ideas in diverse areas of the digital media world. The program provides a solid preparation in the three core digital media knowledge areas: design thinking, technical competency, and creative expression. 

Select graduate business courses from the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration are eligible to apply towards this master's program if you earn a 3.0 grade or above. Please contact your academic advisor for details.

This program is offered on the Boston campus or online.


MPS in Geospatial Services

The Master of Professional Studies in Geospatial Services enables students to acquire practical skills and theoretical essentials to lead with geographical (xyzt) data in the public and private sector. This program adapts to newly emerging technologies necessary to handle ever-increasing amounts of data, placing students at the leading edge of geospatial science. 

Select graduate business courses from the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration are eligible to apply towards this master's program if you earn a 3.0 grade or above. Please contact your academic advisor for details.

This program is 100% online.


MS in Global Studies and International Relations

Prepare for internationally focused positions in the U.S. or abroad with our practical, interdisciplinary and interactive Master of Science Degree in Global Studies and International Relations.

Select graduate business courses from the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration are eligible to apply towards this master's program if you earn a 3.0 grade or above. Please contact your academic advisor for details.

This program is offered in Boston, Seattle, Charlotte, or online.


MS in Leadership

The Master of Science in Leadership prepares you to meet the evolving challenges of today's world by helping you cultivate a personal leadership philosophy.

Students who have successfully completed a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration with a GPA of 3.0 or above may apply their credits towards this master's degree.

This program is offered in Boston, Charlotte, or online.


MS in Nonprofit Management

The Master of Science in Nonprofit Management integrates theoretical approaches with practical applications, preparing you to excel in leadership positions in the nonprofit sector.

Students who have successfully completed a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration with a GPA of 3.0 or above may apply their credits towards this master's degree.

This program is offered in Boston, Seattle, or online.


MS in Project Management

The Master of Science in Project Management is designed to provide you with the practical skills and theoretical concepts you need to lead complex projects.

Select graduate business courses from the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration are eligible to apply towards this master's program if you earn a 3.0 grade or above. Please contact your academic advisor for details.

This program is offered in Boston, Charlotte, Toronto, the Silicon Valley, or online.

MS in Sports Management

Designed to enhance the skills of students at all levels of experience in the industry, the Master of Sports Leadership program prepares you to excel in diverse fields of sports-related occupations.

Select graduate business courses are eligible to apply towards this master's program. Students who complete their Graduate Certificate in Business Administration through the Build Your Own curricular format with a GPA of 3.0 of above are eligible to apply credits. Please contact your enrollment coach for details.

This program is offered on in Boston, Charlotte or online.

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