Advanced Certificate in Management

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Spring 2027 Priority Deadline: November 5, 2026
Spring 2027 Regular Deadline: December 3, 2026

Why earn your Advanced Certificate in Management online at CUNY SPS?

The Advanced Certificate in Management at the CUNY School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS) offers working professionals a flexible way to build graduate-level management skills in a shorter, focused program. Through three fully online courses, students develop practical management skills through the study of organizational behavior, human resource management, and financial management while strengthening aptitudes in workplace communication, conflict resolution, and leadership. The certificate can help professionals enhance their ability to manage teams, understand organizational challenges, and make informed business decisions across for-profit, nonprofit, public, and mission-driven workplaces.

About this Program

Format: Online and Asynchronous
Credits: 9 total
Time to Completion: As little as 1 semester, depending on course load
Start Terms: Fall, Spring
Tuition: NYS residents: $470 per credit

Why This Program

Develop management skills through a focused, graduate-level 9-credit certificate program
Assess your leadership style and learn how to manage teams more effectively
Study key areas of management, including human resources, financial management, and organizational behavior
Strengthen workplace communication, conflict resolution, and leadership skills
Fully online, asynchronous format offers flexibility to balance school, work, family, and other responsibilities
Designed for professionals across diverse workplace sectors, including for-profit, nonprofit, public, and mission-driven organizations
Apply up to six credits toward the MS in Business Management and Leadership, if eligibility requirements are met

Who Is This Program For

This program is ideal for professionals who want to strengthen their management skills, prepare for supervisory or leadership roles, or gain a stronger understanding of employee motivation, team dynamics, and financial resource management. It is a strong fit for working adults across industries who want a shorter graduate credential that can stand alone or support future graduate study in business management and leadership. The program is also ideal for those who are looking to explore what graduate-level coursework is like and do not wish to immediately commit to a Master’s-level program, such as the MS in Business Management and Leadership.

Skills You'll Gain

Manage teams and foster employee motivation
Communicate effectively in workplace settings
Navigate conflict and support productive working relationships
Assess core human resource management principles and practices
Apply financial management concepts to organizational decisions
Analyze organizational behavior and resolve leadership challenges
Evaluate your own leadership style and areas for growth
Build a strong foundation for future graduate study in management

Sample Career Outcomes

Team Lead
Supervisor
Office Manager
Operations Manager
Human Resources Manager
Program Manager
Department Manager
Administrative Manager
Business Manager
Nonprofit Manager
Project Coordinator
Emerging Leader or Management Consultant

Program FAQ and Admissions Information

What are the admission requirements for the Advanced Certificate in Management program?: To apply for the online Advanced Certificate in Management program, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants should submit official transcripts and complete the graduate application process

What are the Advanced Certificate in Management application deadlines at CUNY SPS and how do I apply for the program?: Apply now and view application deadlines here.

What courses are included in the Advanced Certificate in Management?

The certificate consists of three graduate-level courses:

MGMT 680 – Human Resource Management
MGMT 681 – Financial Management, and
BUS 600 – Organizational Behavior and Leadership

Together, these courses provide a foundation in people management, financial decision-making, organizational behavior, and leadership. You can view the full course catalog here.

How many credits is the Advanced Certificate in Management?: The Advanced Certificate in Management is a 9-credit graduate certificate made up of three courses.

Can credits from the Advanced Certificate in Management transfer into the MS in Business Management and Leadership?: Yes. Students admitted to the Advanced Certificate in Management may be able to transfer up to six credits, or two courses, into the MS in Business Management and Leadership program. To qualify, students must earn a grade of B or higher in the transferable courses and complete the certificate with a 3.0 grade average across all three courses.

Can I complete this certificate as a standalone credential?: Yes. The Advanced Certificate in Management can be completed as a standalone graduate credential for professionals who want to strengthen their management skills without immediately committing to a full master’s degree. Students who later choose to continue their education may also use the certificate as a pathway into the MS in Business Management and Leadership, if eligibility requirements are met.

What management topics will I study?: Students study human resource management, financial management, organizational behavior, workplace communication, conflict resolution, leadership style, employee motivation, supervision, and financial resource management.

Is this program useful for people outside traditional business roles?: Yes. Professionals from many workplace sectors enroll in the program to strengthen their managerial skills and better understand employee motivation, supervision, and financial resource management in for-profit and nonprofit organizations.

Can this certificate help me move into a leadership or supervisory role?: Yes. The certificate is designed to help students build practical management, communication, conflict resolution, financial, and leadership skills that can support growth into supervisory, managerial, or team leadership roles.

General FAQ

Is this program fully online?: Yes. The program is delivered 100 percent online.

Are courses asynchronous and what does that mean?: There are no required live class sessions. Students complete coursework online on a set schedule with flexibility around timing.

Is this program designed for working professionals?: Yes. The fully online format and focused certificate structure are designed for individuals balancing school with work and other responsibilities.

How do I request information about the program or contact admissions?

You can request program information here or reach out to Admissions

Text: (646) 517-7876
Email: admissions@sps.cuny.edu
Phone: (646) 664-8544

When can I start?: You can start during the Fall or Spring term.

How long does it take to complete the certificate?: The certificate may be completed in as little as 1 semester, depending on course load.

Is financial aid available?: Students enrolled in the Advanced Certificate in Management do not qualify for financial aid. However, students may wish to contact Financial Aid to discuss available payment plan options.

Are there scholarships that I can apply for?: Learn more about CUNY SPS scholarships, CUNY-wide scholarships, external scholarship opportunities, scholarships and grants for veterans, and general scholarship information here.

What support services are available for students?: Students have access to academic advising, career services, professional development resources, counseling, disability services, veteran services, writing support, tutoring, library resources, and a range of student support services.