Investments Certificate

Online, on-site, or both

Delivered in three formats: online, on-site, or a combination of both. Pick the format that works for your schedule.

Transferable credits

The credits earned in this certificate program can be applied to the Flexible MBA or MS in Finance program if you elect to continue your education.

Prep for the Chartered Financial Analyst

The curriculum is specially structured to prepare students for the CFA exams.

Flexible format

Complete this certificate in less than one year, or take as long as three years to complete. Find the schedule that works for you.

Curriculum

Mutual funds, trust departments, brokerage firms, and investment bankers are constantly looking for professionally trained financial managers. Today’s fast-paced, technology-driven investment environment demands that financial managers understand and employ the latest financial tools and techniques.

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The graduate certificate in investments is designed to meet the demands of professionals in the rapidly developing field of investments and finance. The certificate program is structured to complement preparation for the CFA exams.

Certificate requirements

Students are required to complete the graduate certificate in investments within three years. The certificate consists of eight courses (16 credits). All courses are two credits.

Required courses

BU.210.620 Accounting and Financial Reporting
BU.510.601 Statistical Analysis
BU.231.620 Corporate Finance
BU.232.701 Investments
BU.232.710 Derivatives
BU.232.720 Fixed Income

Electives

Finance elective 1
Finance elective 2

Note: MS in Finance and MBA students may add either the graduate certificate in Financial Management or the graduate certificate in Investments, but not both.

At A Glance

Program Details

Washington, D.C. and Baltimore

Part Time

Online

1-3 years, 16 credits

Tuition & Fees

Tuition Cost

$1,525 per credit

Fees

$250

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Admissions

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Below please find the deadlines for the Certificate in Investments for the Spring 2020 term.

Round 1:

Application Deadline: November 6, 2019
Carey Decision Deadline: Rolling
Deposit Deadline: 4 weeks

Round 2:

Application Deadline: December 6, 2019
Carey Decision Deadline: Rolling
Deposit Deadline: 4 weeks

Application deadlines

Tuition: $1,525 per credit

Application fee: $350

Tuition and fees

You are making a significant investment in your future, and we have options to assist in paying your tuition. From scholarships to financial aid to payment plans, Carey Business School offers a variety of choices.

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