Graduate Certificate in Executive Management
Location: AU Online
Credits for Degree: 9 semester credits
Standard Mode of Instruction: Distance
Standard time to completion: 6 months
Please note: This certificate is not eligible to use Title IV financial aid at this time.
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Executive Management is designed for Antioch graduate and doctoral students seeking to strengthen their preparation for executive leadership roles. The 9-credit certificate may be completed as a stand-alone certificate or in conjunction with a degree program by applying related MBA courses toward elective requirements. The curriculum emphasizes strategic leadership, financial acumen, and effective people management, equipping students with practical skills aligned with contemporary executive practice. This emphasis is explored through courses such as Strategy, Innovation and Resilience, which develops strategic leadership; Financial Decision Making, which builds financial expertise; and Human Resource Management, which cultivates organizational and people management capabilities. Courses are delivered asynchronously online in seven-week sessions. The certificate can typically be completed in 6-9 months, depending on course availability. Aligned with the university’s mission, the certificate coursework integrates principles of social, racial, economic
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