Graduate Certificate in Corporate Finance (16 Credits)

The certificate in Corporate Finance will provide a foundational background in accounting and finance such that business practitioners will have the insights and skills necessary to understand the financial performance of organizations as well as contribute to the formulation of the financial plans and the evaluation of investment opportunities. We offer graduate certificates on two finance topics: corporate finance and investment markets. Both provide a deep dive into critical finance skills and access to the Reiman School's high level of faculty, corporate and alumni engagement without the commitment of a full master's degree. Day and evening courses are available, and certificates can be completed in as little as 6 months. Specialized Graduate Certificate (4 courses, 16 credit hours) The specialized certificate provides a foundational background in accounting and finance, giving you the insights and skills you need to understand the financial performance of organizations, as well as contribute to financial planning and the evaluation of investment opportunities. You'll take three foundational courses, plus one elective: ACTG 4610 Financial Accounting and Reporting FIN 4630 Managerial Finance FIN 4410 Financial Planning and Analysis Finance elective.

Bachelors degree: All graduate applicants must hold an earned baccalaureate from a regionally accredited college or university or the recognized equivalent from an international institution.University GPA requirement: The minimum grade point average for admission consideration for graduate study at the University of Denver must meet one of the following criteria:A cumulative 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for the baccalaureate degree.A cumulative 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits (approximately two years of work) for the baccalaureate degree.An earned master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution or the recognized equivalent from an international institution supersedes the minimum GPA requirement for the baccalaureate.A cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for all graduate coursework completed for applicants who have not earned a master’s degree or higher.