Business Certificate Program
The Columbia Business Certificate online and on-campus program is designed to meet the professional and academic needs of students from a diverse range of experiences— from advanced undergraduates to those currently working in major corporations, government, non-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures. Through the rigorous curriculum, students master business fundamentals, and develop specialized knowledge in marketing, finance and management, while strengthening their strategic thinking skills.
The program benefits students working toward their individual goals, including those looking to:
- Build a foundation in business to support their aspirations to pursue an M.B.A.
- Expand their knowledge in a specific field of business.
- Add new skills to a current position by applying the concepts learned in the classroom to on the job decision making.
- Enhance their undergraduate or graduate work with a foundational business toolkit.
To earn the Business Certificate, students must complete four courses in the prescribed curriculum or a custom program decided upon with the help of an advisor with a B- or better in each course. Online and on-campus courses allow for flexible options of study to meet the needs of working professionals. International students have different options and application requirements.
Application Information
For application instructions, visit the apply page. The Business Edge program also accepts students in the fall and spring through the Postbaccalaureate Studies program.
Additional Information
If you have general admission questions, please contact an Admission Coach at 212 854 9666 or sce-business@columbia.edu.