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"The certificate has supplemented my knowledge tremendously, especially finance and negotiations." —Akash Pai, Certificate Program in Business Administration graduate

Business Administration

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The Certificate Program in Business Administration introduces the fundamental concepts and practices of business to develop a broad-based practical understanding of its context, purpose and underlying functional areas: accounting, economics, finance, marketing and management. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a new business manager or a professional seeking a career transition with greater business responsibility, this certificate employs materials and techniques that are consistent with modern principles and best practices, providing knowledge and skills that you can use immediately. You also get the advantage of a curriculum that is overseen by an advisory board of business and education leaders; approved by the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business; and taught by working professionals with many years of practical business experience. Join our email list to stay informed about this certificate.

Courses

The table contains the required courses for the Certificate Program in Business Administration, as well as the terms they are typically available for enrollment.

6 Required Courses, 1 Elective, 15 Semester Units (225 Hours of Instruction)

Required Courses	Course Number	Units/ CEU	Classroom	Online
Applied Economics for Business	X402.8	2	Fall Spring Summer	Fall Spring Summer
Corporate Financial Management	X412.5	2	Fall Spring Summer
Essentials of Business	X406.6	2	Fall Spring Summer	Fall Spring Summer
Introduction to Marketing	X460.1	2	Fall Spring Summer	Fall Spring Summer
Organization and Management	X490.1	2	Fall Spring Summer
Principles of Management Accounting	X421.5	3	Fall Spring Summer

Electives	Course Number	Units/ CEU	Classroom	Online
Behavioral Finance	X436.7	2	Fall Spring Summer
Business Communication: Writing and Speaking	X404.7	2	Fall Spring Summer
Essentials of Management	X475.4	2	Fall Spring Summer
Fundamentals of Risk Management	X436.5	2	Fall Spring Summer	Fall Spring Summer
International Finance	X430.8	2	Fall Spring Summer	Fall Spring Summer
Introduction to Macroeconomics	X3	3	Fall Spring Summer	Fall Spring Summer
Introduction to Microeconomics	X2	3	Fall Spring Summer	Fall Spring Summer

We recommend that you start the certificate curriculum with Essentials of Business X406.6.

Course availability is subject to change. Courses offered in both online and classroom environments are interchangeable, and you may choose either format.

To enroll, click on a course title above and choose a section.

You may enroll in individual courses without registering for the Certificate Program in Business Administration.

Who Will Benefit

This certificate is ideal if you wish to begin or advance your career in business. Completing the certificate demonstrates a commitment to professional development and an ability to do high-caliber, in-depth coursework. In addition to structured business problem solving, using the most current methods and techniques, you gain a better understanding of the various functional areas in business and identify those in which you have particular interest and ability.

Prerequisites for Admission

There are no prerequisites for the Certificate Program in Business Administration.

Curriculum Requirements

The curriculum consists of 6 required courses and 1 elective course for a total of 15 semester units (225 hours of instruction). Candidates must pay a nonrefundable certificate registration fee.

All coursework must be completed within five years of registering for the certificate. However, requirements may be updated based on new developments in the field of study; we recommend completing the curriculum in a timely fashion. For more information, please see the completion requirements and the substitutions, waivers and transfer credit policies.

How to Register for This Professional Certificate

By registering, you declare your intention to complete the curriculum. To register for the Certificate Program in Business Administration, please submit the online registration form with your credit card information or complete the mail-in registration form. The registration fee is nonrefundable.

Estimated Cost

Each course is priced individually, and you pay the course fee at the time of enrollment. The certificate has an estimated total cost of $5,350 (not including course materials or registration fee). Course fees are subject to change.

Contact Information

Please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions. To contact the department office, email business@unex.berkeley.edu or call (510) 642-4231.

Advisory Board

Aaron D. Anderson, M.S., M.A., Ph.D.
Director, Executive M.B.A. Program
San Francisco State University

Mark Bettini, M.B.A.
Owner/President
Dagobah Systems Inc.

Christian Bogatu, Ph.D.
CEO
Kirsen Medical Technologies (KMT)

Johnny Cheng, B.S.
Senior Research Analyst
Comcast Spotlight

John Gonzales, Ph.D.
Visiting Professor, Haas School of Business
UC Berkeley

Aaron Marcus, M.F.A.
President and Principal Designer/Analyst
Aaron Marcus and Associates Inc. (AM+A)

Donald Morgan
Consultant

Phil O'Loane
Practice Leader, Business Development Group
The Permanente Medical Group

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