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Online Graduate Certificate Accounting

Accounting
Graduate Certificate
DEGREE AT A GLANCE
  • 18 credits
  • Transfer up to 6 credits
  • All courses available online
TUITION RATES
  • $544 per credit (in-state)
  • $659 per credit (out-of-state)
  • $336 per credit (military)
  • Other fees may apply
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Next Session Starts
January 7

Build skills in accounting, auditing, and more.

The online graduate certificate in accounting can help you build professional knowledge and cutting-edge technology skill sets in accounting, data analytics, and information systems. Learning outcomes focus on budgeting, data analytics, reporting, and systems management skills to transform financial data into useful information for management decision-making. This program is designed to assist students in learning new skills in preparation for positions such as controller, managing partner, or senior accountant. 

This program has been recognized by professional organizations such as the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) through its Internal Audit Academic Alliance and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) through its Anti-Fraud Education Partnership.

Total Credits Required: 18

Initial Requirement

  • (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
    (to be taken within the first 6 credits of study)

The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.

Core Courses

Take the following five required courses:

  • (3 Credits, ACCT 610)
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 611)
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 613)
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 618)
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 628)

Choose one of the following courses:

  • (3 Credits, ACCT 625)
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 630)
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 635)
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 640)
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 686)

  • You must have completed 15 credits of undergraduate accounting coursework to enroll in (3 Credits, ACCT 610).
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 610) is prerequisite to all other accounting courses except (3 Credits, ACCT 611).
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 610) and (3 Credits, ACCT 611) each include a prerequisite of 15 credit hours of undergraduate accounting and can be taken together.
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 628) is a prerequisite for (3 Credits, ACCT 630).

Accelerated Pathway

If you completed your bachelor’s degree in accounting at UMGC, an accelerated pathway between UMGC's graduate and undergraduate degree programs in that field may allow you to reduce your total coursework for this program.

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These requirements are for students who enroll in the 2025–2026 academic year. For prior year requirements, visit our catalog archive.

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Certificate Requirements

In addition to the specific course requirements outlined on each certificate webpage, UMGC maintains certain requirements for all graduate certificates.

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Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.

Analyze Data
Gather and analyze data from financial statements to inform key stakeholders.
Make Data-Based Decisions
Develop management guidance based on financial metrics.
Prepare Taxes
Prepare individual and corporate federal income tax returns.
Design a System
Design an accounting information system using a commercial database software package.
Evaluate Audit Models
Evaluate auditing strategies for practical relevance as informed by current trends and technology.
Plan with Metrics
Propose a plan for improved use of business intelligence, data management, and analytics.

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Benefit from the ACFE Anti-Fraud Education Partnership

ACFE Anti-Fraud Education Partner

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ACFE Anti-Fraud Education Partner

UMGC is a member of the Anti-Fraud Education Partnership (AFEP), a program run by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) that recognizes and reviews higher education coursework in fraud examination.

Gain Internal Auditing Knowledge in an IAAA Program

Internal Audit Academic Alliance

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Internal Audit Academic Alliance

UMGC is a foundation-level member of the Internal Audit Academic Alliance, a program established by the Institute of Internal Auditiors and the Internal Audit Foundation. The Academic Alliance formally recognizes and endorses colleges and universities that introduce students to the internal audit profession and/or offer dedicated internal audit coursework.

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