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PROGRAMS

WHAT IS GRADUATE CERTIFICATE STUDY?

» An ideal option for individuals seeking specialized knowledge and core competency within a specific area of business.

5 REASONS TO CONSIDER A GRADUATE CERTIFICATE

1) Develop specialized knowledge and competency

Because each certificate program is specific, you’ll focus fully on developing the critical knowledge base and core competencies you need most to be successful.

2) Designed for career enhancement or transition

Certificate courses offer variety and depth making them ideal for those currently in the field seeking advancement as well as those looking to get started in a new field of interest.

3) Highly Manageable Program Structure and Format

At just 12 credit hours, part-time study has never been more manageable.

4) Access to Academic Resources

Certificate study may be specific, but at Kogod, it also means that you have the same access to Academic Advising and Faculty support like all of our graduate students.

5) Possible Credit Transfer to Kogod Graduate Program

Good news. Credits earned during a Kogod certificate program may be applied to a Kogod degree program. We’ll talk more about this in just a bit.

WHAT PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED?

Forensic Accounting

Entrepreneurship

Real EstateTaxation*

All AU Certificate Programs*Offered online only

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Course Offerings & Requirements

Select your certificate program of interest:EntrepreneurshipForensic AccountingReal EstateTaxation (online)

WHO CAN APPLY?

You may apply if you have:» A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited

college or university with a satisfactory GPA» Successfully completed any prerequisite courses

as indicated by program» One year of work experience

*Due to the part-time format of certificate programs, students requiring F-1 visa sponsorship are not eligible to apply.

CAN CREDITS BE APPLIED TO A DEGREE PROGRAM?

Yes! Up to 12 certificate credits may be applied toa Kogod MS program. Once you’re ready, you’llapply for admission to one of the MS programs andshould review the Application Guide for furtherinformation.

WHAT IF I AM ALREADY ENROLLED IN A DEGREE

PROGRAM?

Students currently enrolled in a Kogod MBA or MSprogram may add a certificate designation byspeaking with their academic advisor. Interested students should schedule an appointment todiscuss the benefits and feasibility of doing so withtheir academic advisor.

HOW DO I APPLY?

Begin the online application for admission kogod.american.edu/apply

Online Application Application fee of $100 USD Current Résumé Personal Statement Official transcripts from all universities attended Valid TOEFL, IELTS or PTE score (if applicable)

GMAT/GRE test scores are not required Letters of Recommendation are not required

In the online application, enter N/A for the name of the recommender along with offline submission - this will allow you to bypass the requirement and continue.

Application Checklist

Application Deadlines

Spring 2015

» November 15» December 10

Fall 2015

» February 20» May 1» July 15» August 15

Certificate applications are considered on a rolling basis. We encourage you to use the following deadlines when making your submission:

HOW DO I LEARN MORE OR ASK QUESTIONS?

Program Questions

EntrepreneurshipSteve Holmbergsholmbe@american.edu

Real EstatePeter Chinloypchinlo@american.edu

Forensic AccountingCasey Evanscdevans@american.edu

TaxationDon Williamsondwillia@american.edu

Admissions Questions

Chris LindAdmissions Coordinator

lind@american.edu