Overview

In today’s digital and global business landscape, skilled professionals who can adapt and lead are in high demand. Northeastern University ’s Graduate Certificate in Business Administration equips you with the essential business skills to navigate this evolving ecosystem.In just four to six master’s-level courses, you’ll learn from renowned faculty, study real-world cases, and gain a well-rounded foundation in accounting, marketing, management, marketing, analysis, and entrepreneurship.

Personalize your curriculum by choosing from three tailored options: the Part-Time MBA Path, Build-Your-Own Curriculum, or the 8-month International Student Cohort. Throughout your program, Northeastern’s unique emphasis on experience will enrich your perspective and build your confidence.

Career outlook

In a global and digital business world, learning new business skills—and refreshing existing ones—will be critical to advancing your career. Earning your Graduate Certificate in Business Administration equips you with the specialized, up-to-the-moment knowledge that companies value and demonstrates your commitment to professional development. Your new skill set can serve as a stepping stone to a more significant role, depending on your goals and work experience.

This program is visa-eligible at Northeastern University campuses in the United States and Canada.

Disclaimer: Visa eligibility may vary by location and individual circumstances. Applicants are responsible for verifying the most up-to-date visa regulations with the relevant visa or immigration agency before applying.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Financial Reporting and Managerial Decision Making
Value Creation through Financial Decision Making
Managing People and Organizations
Information Analysis
Managing Information Resources
Enterprise Growth and Innovation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 8 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

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Spring Part time: Dec. 1
Fall Part time: Aug. 1

Language

English

Credits

12 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

Business Administration View 2156 other Masters in Business Administration in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Application form
Application fee ($100)
A personal statement (400-800 words)
Resumé
Two letters of recommendation
Academic transcript(s) from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended
Optional GMAT/GRE test scores
TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PTE Academic

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22608 USD / full

≈ 22608 USD / full
Out-of-State

22608 USD / full

≈ 22608 USD / full
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

22608 USD / full

≈ 22608 USD / full

Additional Details

$22,608 - $28,260

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Boston

Financing

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