This Program is designed to meet the career needs of self-directed, mature student who is interested in acquiring knowledge and skills to promote their professional objectives. The Program is open to all qualified applicants whose academic preparation and/or appropriate work experience indicate potential for successful completion. The Program is offered at the Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, White Plains and Yorktown campuses

A maximum of 6 transfer credits can be accepted for the General Accounting I Certificate Program. However, as to Accounting courses, transfer credits can be accepted only for Introduction to Financial Accounting (ACCT 120). Applicants must also pass the Mathematics Placement examinations at the MATH 105 level.

Applicants seeking admission must have a high school diploma and should contact the Office of Academic Advising. Matriculated students need only submit a formal application. All students are required to maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 and credits earned in the Program are applicable toward the Associate's and Bachelor's degrees. Ordinarily students pursuing a degree program in a related area will not be allowed to use the courses taken in such a program to satisfy the requirements for the Certificate. A student who has completed the requirements for a Certificate must apply before graduation.

Certificate Program Fees

Required Courses (18 credits)