Online Management Advanced Graduate Certificate
Learn responsible decision-making, strategic planning, organizational interrelationships, process analysis, predictive analytics, global leadership and organizational culture as a student in our online management graduate certificate program.
Why choose Rowan Online's management certificate program?
A flexible online management certificate program
Our online Management Certificate of Graduate Study prepares students to succeed as managers. Demand for management professionals is strong, and salaries are competitive across industries. Strategic Planning for Operating Managers is a required course because planning is the fundamental management function. Electives can be chosen to augment each student’s skill set in areas such as corporate entrepreneurship, human resource management, leadership and sustainability.
2025-2026 Academic Year
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Studying management online at Rowan
What You'll Learn
Rowan’s online Management Certificate of Graduate Study program requires the completion of 9 credits.
Management online courses
- Strategic Planning for Operating Managers
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Professional, Legal and Managerial Responsibilities
- International Business and Society
- Sustainability Assessment
- Topics in Sustainability Innovation and Problem Solving
- Special Topics in Management
- Process Analytics
- Quality Analytics
Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
The Rowan Online Experience
You don’t have to step away from your career to earn a graduate certificate. Rowan Online offers asynchronous courses, active faculty engagement, part-time coursework and a platform that helps you stay connected to your peers and instructors when the time is right for you.
Admission Requirements
To begin the admission process for Rowan’s online management graduate certificate program, you must submit the following application materials. Once you apply, a representative from the Rowan University Office of Admissions will reach out to confirm your application or notify you of any missing information. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program.
- Completed online application
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Typewritten statement of professional objectives
- Provide reasons for pursuing the program. Describe how you might use this program to advance your career (educational goals beyond the master's level, if applicable, are also relevant).
- Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
Tuition and Aid
Tuition for Rowan’s online management graduate certificate program is $1,150 per credit. This graduate rate reflects the high-quality instruction, faculty support and accessibility Rowan offers its students.
Management Careers and Outcomes
Upcoming virtual information sessions and events
Have questions about earning a graduate certificate online? Rowan Online offers virtual info sessions that provide a closer look at the educational leadership degree program and Rowan as a whole. Hear from faculty, connect with admissions representatives and learn how the program supports scholar-practitioners through applied research and flexible coursework.
Can I Earn a Business Management Certificate Online?
Wondering whether you can earn a business management certificate online? The short answer is yes—and it might be one of the smartest career decisions you can make.
In today’s evolving job market, employers across industries are looking for professionals with strong leadership and management skills. That’s why so many people are turning to online business certificate programs to build their expertise, grow their résumés, and unlock new opportunities—without putting their lives on hold.
Not ready to commit to a full master’s degree just yet? Starting with a certificate can be a smart first step—offering immediate value and a clear direction forward if you choose to continue your graduate education.
If you’re looking for a flexible, accredited, and career-focused path, Rowan University’s Management Certificate of Graduate Study (COGS) offers everything you need to succeed—on your schedule, at your pace, and with full support.
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