Professional Certificate Programs

Undergraduate certificate programs benefit students in a number of ways. They help prepare individuals for entry-level positions and provide formal academic training in a speciailzed field through credit coursework delivered by Bridgewater State University faculty. Students earn college credits while constructing a knowledge-base that, in many cases, acts as the foundation upon which to build their career. Credits earned in certificate programs are transferable to BSU undergraduate degree programs. BSU offers certificates in accounting, finance, forensic behavior, management, marketing management, and operations management.

Benefits:

most programs require seven to eight courses
no application fee

The admissions process is managed by the BSU School of Graduate Studies. Contact the School of Graduate of Studies at 508-531-1300 for details.

Accounting | Finance | Forensic Behavior | Management |
Marketing Management | Operations Management | Application for Certificate Programs

Accounting Certificate
The undergraduate certificate in accounting is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the accounting field and to enhance the practical skills for individuals currently employed in an accounting related position. The academic credits earned through the successful completion of these courses may be applied toward a bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance with a concentration in Accounting. Click here to review the coursework for this program.

Finance Certificate
The undergraduate certificate in finance is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the finance field and to enhance the practical skills for individuals currently employed in a finance related position. The academic credits earned through the successful completion of these courses may be applied toward a bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance with a concentration in Finance. Click here to review the coursework for this program.

Forensic Behavior Certificate
The undergraduate certificate in Forensic Behavior is designed for individuals working in human services, criminal justice, or psychology, who desire to achieve a credential demonstrating a level of knowledge about antisocial, aggressive, criminal and violent criminal behavior. For this certificate, students complete four courses. All courses necessary for the certificate are offered online through Bridgewater State University and other participating colleges in Massachusetts Colleges Online. Click here to review the coursework for this program.

Management Certificate
The undergraduate certificate in management is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the management field and to enhance practical skills for individuals currently employed in management related positions. The program of study provides a strong basis in the areas of accounting, management, marketing and information technology. The academic credits earned through the successful completion of these courses may be applied toward a bachelor's degree in Management Science. Click here to review the coursework for this program.

Marketing Management
The undergraduate certificate in marketing management is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the area of marketing. The student may choose electives to increase his/her knowledge in marketing and sales or may choose electives in the area of retail management. Click here to review the coursework for this program.

Operations Management
The undergraduate certificate in operations management is designed for professionals interested in acquiring the broad-based skills necessary to assume the functions of an operations manager within any size company or not-for-profit organization. Emphasizing the full cycle of business, the program provides a solid understanding of topics and issues ranging from effective management techniques, quantitative and qualitative analysis, mathematical modeling, financing and more. Click here to review the coursework for this program.

Undergraduate Certificate Application Form
Click here to download the Undergraduate Certificate Application Form (a PDF document) . Please note, this is a PDF file. If you do not have Adobe Reader, please click here to access the Adobe site for a free download of the latest version of Adobe Reader. Students applying for an undergraduate certificate program must have a high school diploma or equivalent.  A copy of the high school diploma or equivalent must be submitted to the BSU School of Graduate Studies along with a current resume.

Last Modified: February 3, 2011