Rockhurst University offers a variety of graduate certificates to meet your needs, allowing you to enhance your knowledge and skills in a focused area. We're proud to offer the following graduate certificates, which can stand alone or be combined to build an MBA:
- Health Care Management
- Justice, Belonging, and Community Change
- Nonprofit Administration
- Organizational Leadership
- Strategic Communication
*STEM certified
Note: MBA students take Business Administration, then choose two additional certificates.
Whether you're looking to change industries or responsibilities in your current position, or eager to enhance your graduate education with up-to-date information, these certificates are designed for you.
Graduate certificate program requirements consist of a minimum of 12 credit hours of advanced graduate coursework in a specific discipline. Average completion time is six terms, or 15 months. Upon completion, you will be awarded a certificate from Rockhurst University and the nationally recognized Helzberg School of Management.
As a Helzberg student, you can be your best with full access to Helzberg professional coaches, as well as the Career Center on our Kansas City, Missouri, campus. In addition, you are invited to participate in all graduate business, personal, and professional development programs, mentoring, and networking events.
To get started pursuing a graduate certificate, you must meet the following requirements:
- Complete application (submitted online)
- Submit official transcripts from your degree-granting college and/or university
- Submit a professional resume