Business Administration
Build foundational business and healthcare management knowledge through flexible graduate courses.
Program details
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Commitment
Full-time, 4 months; Part-time, 8-24 months
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Entry Terms
Fall, Spring, Summer
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Visa compliant
No
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STEM-designated
No
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Locations
Online
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Program Options
Yes
This program is ideal for
Business professionals seeking to upskill quickly in specific areas
Career changers looking to gain targeted knowledge in a new industry or function
Clinicians and other professionals seeking healthcare management skills
Application deadlines
Flexible, when life can't be
In today's fast-moving business landscape, staying competitive means staying current. D'Amore-McKim's Online Graduate Certificate in Business Administration allows you to choose the courses that match your goals, so you gain the skills you need, when you need them. In just 12 credits, you'll build essential business knowledge, earn a respected credential, and apply what you learn immediately in your work. It's a smart, customizable path to career growth.
Program options
The Online Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is designed for flexibility so that you can shape your learning around your goals. Choose from a wide range of courses in our Online MBA curriculum. Interested in healthcare? You can follow a path to healthcare administration through our Online MS in Management. As long as you meet the prerequisites, you're free to pick the courses that work best for you. Complete your certificate in as few as four months or take your time. Either way, you'll earn a credential that helps move your career forward, on your schedule.
Experience-powered learning
Put your knowledge to work
At D'Amore-McKim, we excel at blending classroom instruction and academic theory with real-world, experience-driven learning. This approach broadens your knowledge, fosters creativity, and equips you to navigate the evolving demands of today's business world. From the moment you begin your program to the day you graduate, you'll gain valuable experiences that enhance your perspective and boost your confidence.
- Learn from renowned faculty who are seasoned practitioners and thought leaders
- Study real-world cases that vividly illustrate course concepts
- Apply theories in the workplace for immediate, practical impact
Additional experiential opportunities
Some of your most valuable learning experiences happen outside the formal curriculum. Make the most of these opportunities to broaden your knowledge.
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non Credit
DATA Club
Tackle real-world data challenges. Sharpen your skills in R, Tableau, Python, and more through hands-on workshops, while networking with industry pros and competing resumé-building challenges.
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Non Credit
DATA Kips
Blend data with business. Join a supportive network of students and engage in peer-to-peer mentorship to apply data to strategic business decision-making. Participate as an expert or as a member.
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Non Credit
IDEA Student-Led Venture Accelerator
Launch a venture—or help one grow. Build your startup or mentor early-stage teams in strategy, finance, or marketing.
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NON Credit
Micro-internships
Gain experience on your schedule. Take on short-term, virtual, paid projects. Explore industries, build skills, and grow your network.
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non Credit
Virtual Work Experience
Experience a day on the job–virtually. Explore industries and build skills through employer-designed simulations. It's a flexible, risk-free way to gain experience.
Careers & support
The dedicated experts at the Graduate Career Center will help you achieve your professional goals and emerge as a responsible, forward-thinking business leader. As you develop skills and gain experience, we'll help you set goals, prepare for the job search, explore learning opportunities beyond the classroom, and stay abreast of events and programs to grow your network.
Stackable credits
Considering a master's degree or MBA from D'Amore-McKim? Starting with a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is a smart move. Complete the certificate with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and you may be able to apply your credits towards an eligible master's program or MBA at Northeastern.
Faculty & learning
Our world-class faculty bring years of experience, innovative leadership, and global perspectives to their teaching and are dedicated to preparing you for success in a rapidly evolving business world. Learn skills and gain experiences to advance your career as you form valuable relationships with mentors and advisors who will collaborate alongside you to solve the most pressing challenges in business today.
Alumni network
One of the most valuable benefits of earning your degree from D'Amore-McKim is the chance to become part of our elite alumni network. Numbering more than 65,500 members across 180+ countries, our alumni regularly connect through events, programs, services, chapters, volunteering, and more.
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