An overview of Kogod graduate certificate programs as well as the admissions requirements and application process.

2. YOU KNOW YOU’RE
READY

3. TO FOCUS FURTHER:

4. TO FOCUS FURTHER
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE
PROGRAMS

5. WHAT IS GRADUATE
CERTIFICATE STUDY?

6. » An ideal option for individuals seeking
specialized knowledge and core competency
within a specific area of business.

7. 5 REASONS TO CONSIDER A
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE

8. 1) Develop specialized knowledge
and competency
Because each certificate program is specific, you’ll
focus fully on developing the critical knowledge
base and core competencies you need most to be
successful.

9. 2) Designed for career
enhancement or transition
Certificate courses offer variety and depth making
them ideal for those currently in the field seeking
advancement as well as those looking to get
started in a new field of interest.

10. 3) Highly Manageable Program
Structure and Format
At just 12 credit hours, part-time study has never
been more manageable.

11. 4) Access to Academic Resources
Certificate study may be specific, but at Kogod, it
also means that you have the same access to
Academic Advising and Faculty support like all of
our graduate students.

12. 5) Possible Credit Transfer to
Kogod Graduate Program
Good news. Credits earned during a Kogod
certificate program may be applied to a Kogod
degree program. We’ll talk more about this in just
a bit.

13. WHAT PROGRAMS ARE
OFFERED?

14. Forensic
Accounting
Entrepreneurship
Real Estate
Taxation*
All AU Certificate Programs
*Offered online only

15. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

16. Course Offerings & Requirements
Select your certificate program of interest:
Entrepreneurship
Forensic Accounting
Real Estate
Taxation (online)

17. WHO CAN APPLY?

18. You may apply if you have:
» A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited
college or university with a satisfactory GPA
» Successfully completed any prerequisite courses
as indicated by program
» One year of work experience
*Due to the part-time format of certificate programs, students requiring F-1 visa
sponsorship are not eligible to apply.

19. CAN CREDITS BE APPLIED
TO A DEGREE PROGRAM?

20. Yes! Up to 12 certificate credits may be applied to
a Kogod MS program. Once you’re ready, you’ll
apply for admission to one of the MS programs and
should review the Application Guide for further
information.

21. WHAT IF I AM ALREADY
ENROLLED IN A DEGREE
PROGRAM?

22. Students currently enrolled in a Kogod MBA or MS
program may add a certificate designation by
speaking with their academic advisor. Interested
students should schedule an appointment to
discuss the benefits and feasibility of doing so with
their academic advisor.

23. HOW DO I APPLY?

24. Begin the online application for admission
kogod.american.edu/apply

25. Application Checklist
 Online Application
 Application fee of $100 USD
 Current Résumé
 Personal Statement
 Official transcripts from all universities attended
 Valid TOEFL, IELTS or PTE score (if applicable)
GMAT/GRE test scores are not required
Letters of Recommendation are not required
In the online application, enter N/A for the name of the recommender along with
offline submission - this will allow you to bypass the requirement and continue.

26. Application Deadlines
Certificate applications are considered on a rolling basis.
We encourage you to use the following deadlines when
making your submission:
Spring 2015
» November 15
» December 10
Fall 2015
» February 20
» May 1
» July 15
» August 15

27. HOW DO I LEARN MORE OR
ASK QUESTIONS?

28. Program Questions
Entrepreneurship
Steve Holmberg
sholmbe@american.edu
Real Estate
Peter Chinloy
pchinlo@american.edu
Forensic Accounting
Casey Evans
cdevans@american.edu
Taxation
Don Williamson
dwillia@american.edu

29. Admissions Questions
Chris Lind
Admissions Coordinator
lind@american.edu