CertificateFinancial Analysis and Decision-Making

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Boost your career by complementing any degree with our Graduate Certificate in Financial Analysis and Decision-Making.

Why earn your Financial Analysis and Decision-Making Certificate at Bellarmine?

Our graduate certificate in Financial Analysis and Decision-Making is designed to empower professionals with the knowledge and skills to excel in financial management, accounting, and decision-making while providing the flexibility to specialize in areas that align with their career objectives. At Bellarmine, we focus on equipping graduates with the practical tools needed to take on leadership roles in finance and business.

Students engage with real-world scenarios through case studies, simulations, and hands-on projects to ensure they are well-prepared for the challenges of the business world. This comprehensive approach ensures that our graduates can effectively manage financial data, analyze complex financial situations, and make informed decisions that propel their organizations forward. Complete our convenient, four-course program to earn your Graduate Certificate in Financial Analysis and Decision-Making. These courses can also count toward MBA coursework, offering you a seamless pathway to further your education.

Program Details

Participants in the program can choose between fully virtual synchronous courses or a hybrid approach that combines in-person and virtual learning.

Required Courses

  • MBA 603 Financial Statement Interpretation and Decision-Making
  • MBA 606 Financial Management

Choose Two Electives (Elective choices are based on the offerings available in each term. Not all electives listed may be available for selection in a given term):

  • MBA 651 – Financial Analysis and Valuation
  • MBA 652 – Investment Analysis
  • MBA 658 – Special Topics in Finance

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I complete the Certificate if I already have a Master’s Degree?
Yes, the FADM Certificate will complement any graduate or undergraduate degree.

Do I need a Bachelor’s degree to complete the FADM Certificate?
Generally yes, although those with at least ten years of full-time work experience and a GMAT score of at least 600 may also be considered.

Can I transfer previous coursework towards the FADM Certificate?
With approval from the Executive Director, one may be able to transfer one course into the program.

Can I receive federal financial aid towards the FADM Certificate program?
Unfortunately, FADM Certificate students are not eligible to receive federally guaranteed loans or other federal financial aid. However, those completing the FADM Concentration as part of the MBA program are eligible for federal aid.

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop an understanding of financial management principles, including risk analysis, investment strategies, and capital budgeting, enabling graduates to make informed financial decisions for their organizations.
  • Acquire proficiency in financial accounting practices, including financial reporting, analysis of financial statements, and compliance with accounting standards, ensuring students can effectively manage financial data and reporting.
  • Hone critical decision-making skills by applying financial and strategic analyses to solve real-world business challenges, equipping students with the ability to make informed decisions that drive organizational success.
  • Develop the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical, real-world scenarios through case studies, simulations, and hands-on projects, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the challenges of the business world.

Admission Requirements

Interested students should possess a bachelor’s degree with the equivalent of a course in elementary statistics or comparable academic or professional skills as determined by the MBA Director. Applicants will provide a completed application form, two letters of recommendation and an essay describing how they expect this certificate to enhance their career options. A GMAT, GRE or other comparable graduate entrance exam is required for those with less than seven years full-time work experience. In cases where one’s previous academic or work experience using scientific or mathematical methods is unclear (as decided by MBA Director), we will require the GMAT regardless of years of work experience.

Note:  If an Applied Business Analytics Certificate student wishes to pursue the MBA at any point, he or she will be required to apply separately to the MBA program. Successfully completed MBA analytics courses will subsequently be applied to the MBA degree upon acceptance to the MBA program.

Accreditation

The W. Fielding Rubel School of Business at Bellarmine University is accredited by the AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), which places it among the elite business schools in the nation. Not only is Bellarmine the first and only private university in Kentucky to achieve AACSB accreditation, but fewer than 5 percent of business schools worldwide have achieved this distinction.

Contact Information

Jorge Pazmiño, Director of Graduate and Executive Education Programs
502.272.7240
jpazmino@bellarmine.edu