Mutual funds are critical building blocks of wealth for individuals and organizations—both of whom need knowledgeable fund managers to maximize value and achieve their long-term goals. When you earn your Graduate Certificate in Mutual Fund Management, you'll develop the skills you need to manage a portfolio of assets successfully—in just four or five courses.
Graduate Certificate in Mutual Fund Management Program Overview
- Program Overview: 12–15 credits
- Class Schedule: Monday–Thursday evenings at 5:20 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
- Start Term: January or September
- Time to Complete: 1 to 3 years
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.
Unique Features
- Learn the essentials of managing fund investments—including analyzing markets, assessing and managing risk, allocating assets, maintaining compliance, and following ethical standards
- Specialize your studies with electives that are relevant to your goals, such as market analysis or fixed income securities
- Build applied financial experience by joining the student management team of the 360 Huntington Fund—a real fund in Northeastern's endowment—and researching and presenting your own stock recommendations to a panel of your peers
- Complete applied projects and analyze case studies—key components of Northeastern's practice-oriented approach to learning
- Build the foundation for a future master's degree from Northeastern—you may be able to apply your earned certificate credits toward an eligible master's program
“The finance courses are relevant to the current moment and offer so much more than what a textbook alone can teach you. . . . Starting with the milestone of a graduate certificate, with the option to carry credits forward into a future master's degree, gave me the confidence to get started.”
Jyo Mohapatra, Graduate Certificate Student '21
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Curriculum
The coursework for the Graduate Certificate in Mutual Fund Management explores cutting-edge approaches for creating and managing successful portfolios of mutual funds or hedge funds.
In your required coursework, you'll learn how to create value in a competitive, dynamic global business environment, developing skills in quantitative and analytical methods for financial management. The electives you choose will broaden your knowledge in areas such as investment analysis, fixed income securities and risk, and portfolio management.
Enrolled students should reference the academic catalog for current program requirements.
Experience-Powered Learning
Experience is the signature feature of a Northeastern education. Your Graduate Certificate in Mutual Fund Management courses will include applied project work that strengthens your collaboration and problem-solving skills. Some of your learning will happen outside your formal curriculum—take advantage of these non-credit opportunities to expand your knowledge base.
Bloomberg Business Lab
DATA Club
Data KIPS
IDEA Student-Led Venture Accelerator
Career Outlook
The D'Amore-McKim Graduate Certificate in Mutual Fund Management will advance your skills in managing a successful portfolio of mutual or hedge funds. This program teaches you the essentials of managing funds as you learn specialized business knowledge and grow your professional credential. Depending on your experience, your certificate may lead to roles such as asset management associate, senior investment analyst, financial advisor, financial manager, mutual fund manager, or wealth management advisor. Our graduates are recruited by companies of all sizes, from startups to multinational organizations.
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Admissions
- Interview required? Upon request.
- 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.
- GMAT Required? No.
- Where do I apply? Learn more here.
- Prerequisite for admission? Undergraduate or graduate level finance major or minor or CFA certifications. If you don't meet the prerequisites, you can take additional bridge courses before starting the program.
- Eligible for International Student Visa? No. This program is not F-1 visa compliant.
- Is a graduate business certificate worth it? Learn more here.
| Application Deadlines | Decision Notifications | Classes Begin |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Tuition
Northeastern Student Financial Services publishes the tuition rates for Graduate Certificates. Under the “Graduate Programs” section, the cost per credit appears under “University Interdisciplinary Programs.”
Financial Aid
Northeastern offers resources to help you finance your graduate education, and the Student Financial Services team will guide you through your options. Please visit the Graduate Financial Aid page.
Once you are a student, your financial aid advisor will work with you one-on-one to answer your questions, point you to resources and provide valuable insight as you navigate the financial commitments of your program.
Scholarships
Northeastern University has a variety of scholarships. As a graduate certificate applicant you may be eligible for the Full Circle 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.
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