Ranked #1 For working professionals by Washington Monthly

Professional Certificate in Global Business Management

From the heart of San Francisco’s thriving high-tech and financial district, Golden Gate University offers an ideal opportunity for students seeking understanding of fundamentals of management. As one of the oldest universities in California and a program designed for working professionals, Golden Gate University has consistently produced graduates with top skills that employers want.

Type

Certificate
Start Date

October 01, 2024
Duration

6-8 Months

Golden Gate University

120+ Years of Educational Excellence
$100M In Scholarships

Introduction

Course Snapshot

Ranked #1
for working professionals by Washington Monthly
70% Scholarship
for 5000 students
WES
recognized

Top 10% U.S. Universities according to College Factual
WASC Accreditation & WES Recognition
Learn from Scholar Practitioners
120+ years of educational excellence with 70,000+ alumni

Key Highlights

What is this course about?

Program Overview
Top Skills You Will Learn
Who Is This Program For?
Minimum Eligibility
Student Support

Program Overview

Key Highlights

Designed for working professionals
24x7 student support
Join GGU’s 70,000+ alumni network
WES recognized
Accredited by WASC
Live & interactive faculty, alumni, and industry-specific sessions
70% scholarship available for 5,000 students
Simulations from Harvard Business Publishing Education
Global case study discussions
100% US Credits

Top Skills You Will Learn

Communication Skills
Strategic Thinking and Planning Abilities
Analytical Mindset
Leadership Skills
Critical Thinking

Who Is This Program For?

Working Professionals who are looking for a mix of theory and practice from their management certificate program. The program encompasses important facets of a management know-how tool set which can be implemented in your current job roles or assist you in successful transitions.

Minimum Eligibility

Bachelor’s degree in any specialization

Student Support

A dedicated program coordinator
24/7 support to answer all your queries! intstudentsupport@upgrad.com
Centralised WhatsApp channels for queries

About the Program

WASC Accreditation & WES Recognition

GGU has been accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) since 1959 and it is WES recognized. WASC accredits universities in California and Hawaii, including Stanford, UC Berkeley, and others. WSCUC is nationally recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

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Learn from Scholar Practitioners

GGU instructors are scholar practitioners with decades of senior level work experience in the San Francisco Bay Area, including major Silicon Valley and Fortune 500 companies.

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Certificate

Earn valuable Credentials & Recognition

Professional Certificate in Global Business Management

Professional Certificate in Global Business Management

On successful completion of the program, graduates become a part of the 120+ year education heritage from the #1 Ranked university for working professionals.

A degree from a pioneering university based in the innovation capital of the world
Full alumni status from Golden Gate University
Join a 70,000+ network of NASA astronauts, mayors, C-suite leaders, and entrepreneurs

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Program Instructors

Whom will you learn from?

3 Instructors

Robert Shoffner

Robert Shoffner is a Director of MBA Programs/Lecturer / Director Entrepreneurship Program- Golden Gate University

Robert Shoffner is a Director of MBA Programs/Lecturer / Director Entrepreneurship Program- Golden Gate University
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Bruce Magid

Bruce Magid is the Dean of the Ageno School of Business at Golden Gate University.

Bruce Magid is the Dean of the Ageno School of Business at Golden Gate University.
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Dr. Joaquin "Jay" Gonzalez

Professor
Public and Urban Affairs Professor, Practitioner, and Book Author.

Public and Urban Affairs Professor, Practitioner, and Book Author.
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About Golden Gate University

Golden Gate University

Golden Gate University a member of AACSB* (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), ensuring quality standards in business education. With over 120 years of experience, our research-focused program empowers professionals with flexible, top-ranked education for career advancement.

*Membership in the AACSB Business Education Alliance does not imply accreditation

GGU Professional Certificate in Global Business Management Syllabus

What will you learn?

*The curriculum and credits are a virtue of University's guidelines while meeting international standards and quality.

8+ Case Studies

20+ Live Sessions

Fundamentals of Business

3 Credits

Management and Leadership

3 Credits

Marketing Management

3 Credits

Foundations of Business Analytics

3 Credits

Corporate Finance

3 Credits

Teamwork in Organization

3 Credits

Learner Support and Services

How will upGrad support you?

Access the various career development support services offered by
upGrad to help you achieve your professional goals.

Learning Support
Doubt Resolution

Learning Support

Industry Mentors

Receive unparalleled guidance from industry mentors, teaching assistants, and graders.
Receive one-on-one feedback on submissions and personalised feedback on improvement.

Student Support

Student Support available all day for your convenience (24*7).
For urgent queries, use the call back option on the platform.

Program Introduction

2 min

Doubt Resolution

Q&A Forum

Timely doubt resolution by industry experts and peers.
100% expert verified responses to ensure quality learning.

Expert Feedback

Personalised expert feedback on assignments and projects.
Regular live sessions by experts to clarify concept-related doubts.

Program Introduction

2 min

Global Leadership Scholarships Offered by Golden Gate University and upGrad

Learn more about successful career transitions in this program

70% Hike
Scholarships
5,000
Scholarships Offered
$100 Million
In Scholarships
Entry
Based on Merit

"GGU’s association with upGrad extends our mission of providing high quality education for working professionals who aspire to change or advance their careers. We’re eager to welcome students from around the world to our innovative, practice-based programs. Our mission is to ensure that access to a GGU education is affordable and accessible to students everywhere. This partnership provides students with unique scholarship opportunities to earn an advanced degree from their home countries."

Bruce Magid

Provost, Golden Gate University, San Francisco.

"The scholarship helps motivated students gain industry-relevant knowledge and transferable skills that employers want. Online + hybrid education is the real answer for working professionals who want to advance their careers with a degree from a San Francisco-based university."

Ronnie Screwvala

Chairperson and co-Founder, upGrad

Eligibility & Admissions

How to apply for Global Business Management?

There are 5 simple steps in the Admission Process which is detailed below:

Eligibility

Bachelors Degree in any specialisation.

Complete the Application

On the upGrad platform include your education, work experience and any other relevant material

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Apply for the Scholarship Scheme

Submit your SOP, resume and 3 references at: scholarships@goldengateuniversity.com

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Get Shortlisted & Receive Offer Letter

Application will be reviewed, an offer letter upon meeting relevant criteria will be released

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Block your Seat

Block your seat by paying a deposit amount

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Document Submission

All relevant documents to be submitted

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SUCCESS STORIES

What Our Learners Say

5/5

I am in love with upGrad

Here at GGU - in a city where being an entrepreneur and being innovative can take you to the next level - you will be challenged and engaged. You will walk away with both technical and soft skills: better decision making, understanding management, leadership skills, and values.

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Victor Shin

5/5

Choosing UpGrad has been a pivotal decision in my academic journey

I was already a working professional, so my criteria for graduate school was that I needed classes that fit my schedule, I needed a location that was close, and I needed a program that wasn’t going to take too long. I felt that GGU was really tailored toward working professionals. It was like a perfect fit for me.

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Carrie Swing

5/5

Good and pleasure learning experience

The skills I learned in Personal Leadership helped me get to the next level in my career. Case analysis is a thorough review of a problem and an outline of solutions and alternate solutions. It details how to implement solutions and needed resources and timelines. My supervisor had never seen something like that and now wants other directors to apply this analysis to their challenges. It was great to have the quality of my work recognized.

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Jorge Escobar

Frequently Asked Questions

Course Eligibility

1. Who is this program for?

Working professionals who are looking for a transition into managerial and leadership roles, take up larger responsibilities within their organization, make impactful decisions with the right management tools that you learn from a global MBA degree.

2. What is the minimum eligibility for this program?

Bachelors Degree in any specialisation.

3. How do I become eligible for the scholarship? What is the application process?

The scholarship is rolled out based on the academic and professional achievements. Once the application form is submitted with these details, the admission committee reviews the same. If you are admitted into the program, the scholarship that you are eligible for will be mentioned on the offer letter. Please note that admission is provisional until successful verification of supporting documents and completing the payment formalities.

1. What is the refund policy for this program?

Refund Policy:

1. You can claim a refund for the amount paid towards the Program at any time, before the Program Start Date, by visiting www.upgrad.com and submitting your refund form via the "My Application" section under your profile. You can request your Admissions Counsellor to help you in applying and withdrawing for a refund by sending them an email with reasons listed. There shall be no refund applicable once the program has started. This is applicable even for those students who could not complete their payment, and could not be enrolled in the batch opted for. However, the student can avail pre-deferral as per the policy defined below for the same.

2. Student must pay the full fee within seven (7) days of payment of the deposit amount or Batch Start Date, whichever is earlier; otherwise, the admission letter will be rescinded.

3. Request for refund as per point no. 1 of the refund policy must be sent via email in the prescribed refund request form. The refund will be processed within 30 working days of submitting the duly signed refund form, after being duly approved by the Academic Committee.

Refund Policy:

2. Student must pay the full fee within seven (7) days of payment of the deposit amount or Batch Start Date, whichever is earlier; otherwise, the admission letter will be rescinded.

upGrad Learner Support

Monday - Friday | 9:30 am to 7:30 pm SGT.

Phone Number

+65-6232-6730

Email Address

query@upgrad.com

*All telephone calls will be recorded for training and quality purposes.
*If we are unavailable to attend to your call, it is deemed that we have your consent to contact you in response.

Disclaimer

upGrad does not grant credit; credits are granted, accepted or transferred at the sole discretion of an educational institution. upGrad does not make any representations regarding the recognition or equivalence of the credits or credentials awarded, unless otherwise expressly stated. If you intend to pursue a post graduate or doctorate degree upon completion of this course or apply for employment which requires specific credits, we advise you to enquire further regarding the suitability of this degree for your academic and/or professional requirements before enrolling.

Professional Certificate in Global Business Management

Introduction

Key Highlights