The graduate certificate in business is an excellent introduction to the business world for professionals that want to advance their career while earning academic credit or are considering earning a full MBA at Salem State. The program is perfect for non-business undergraduate majors or those individuals that hold a bachelor's degree in that field and want to advance their knowledge. With six required courses, you'll earn 18 credits and learn about important business topics such as financial accounting, economics, foundations of finance, management theory, marketing, and quantitative analysis.