Advanced Certificate in Management

Format: Online
Application Deadlines
  • Fall 2023 Regular Deadline: May 18, 2023
  • Fall 2023 Regular Deadline Extension: June 1, 2023

The Advanced Certificate in Management program is a fully online program starting this Fall 2021 semester. Minor updates to the curriculum will be in place beginning in Spring 2022. All questions pertaining to the details of these changes should be directed to Lianna Scull, Assistant Director, Sociology and Human Relations Programs.

Study key elements in contemporary management in the Advanced Certificate in Management. Employees representing many workplace sectors enroll to become better managers and to understand employee motivation, supervision, and management of financial resources in organizations.

The program emphasizes workplace communication, conflict resolution, and examining one’s own leadership style.

Students in the program:

  • Develop professional expertise in financial management, organizational behavior, and human resource management
  • Enhance your communication, conflict resolution, and leadership skills
  • Expand your expertise through practice, feedback, and networking

Courses in the Advanced Certificate in Management program are transferable to the MS in Business Management and Leadership online degree program.

Effective Fall 2020

Students admitted to the Advanced Certificate in Management (ACM) can transfer up to six credits with a grade of B or higher to the MS in Business Management and Leadership program (MSBML). Those admitted prior to Fall 2020 can transfer up to nine credits.

Career Prospects

Employees representing many workplace sectors enroll to become better managers and to understand employee motivation, supervision, and the management of financial resources in organizations.  

Admissions Criteria

Candidates for admission to advanced certificate programs must possess a bachelor’s degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher from an accredited undergraduate institution.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall 2023 Regular Deadline: May 18, 2023
  • Fall 2023 Regular Deadline Extension: June 1, 2023
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Student/Alumni Profiles

Marc Santora

Advanced Certificate in Management 2021

"CUNY SPS has influenced my current job and my career in lots of ways. It expanded my management techniques and I've been able to handle situations more efficiently at work”

Mauree Akhi

Advanced Certificate in Management 2020

"My advanced certificate will bridge my qualifications and experience to seek positions more suitable for me. The CUNY SPS program taught me how to navigate an organization to function, serve, and seek opportunities more effectively.”

Youseph Karzoan

Advanced Certificate in Management 2019

"CUNY SPS influenced my career by enabling me to become a better communicator and manager at my law firm.”

Ana-Maria Tanasescu

Advanced Certificate in Management 2019

"Obtaining the Advanced Certificate in Management has definitely helped me in my current role...I've learned how organizations as a whole contribute to the well-being of employees.”