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Update your skillsets and deepen your expertise in high-demand areas with an accelerated online graduate certificate program. Add a cert to tailor an MBA to your professional goals; all credit hours are transferrable.

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Online Graduate Certificates at Avila

Why choose our online graduate certificate programs?

  • Fast-paced programs—Finish in as few as four months
  • Ideal for working adults—100% online courses accessible 24/7
  • Career-relevant—Focus on the knowledge you need to advance
  • High value—Private-school quality at an affordable tuition
Certificate in Change Management online

GRADUATE DEGREE

Certificate in Change Management

8 months Duration
13* Credit Hours
$6,500 Total Tuition

Learn how to identify, assess, and manage change, positioning companies to benefit from emerging opportunities. The Avila Graduate Certificate – Change Management online program will quickly prepare you with highly valued skills in evaluating change readiness, impact, and implementation as you use data-based methodologies and Lean Six Sigma principles to improve productivity and quality.

Certificate in Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging online

GRADUATE DEGREE

Certificate in Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging

8 months Duration
13* Credit Hours
$6,500 Total Tuition

Learn how to build a respectful, inclusive workplace to attract and retain the most qualified candidates from a multicultural talent pool. Featuring 100% online courses, the Avila Graduate Certificate – Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging program explores diversity awareness, bias recognition, compliance, and training to facilitate multicultural collaboration. If you choose to pursue an MBA or M.A., credit hours can transfer into an online master's degree program.

Certificate in Executive Leadership Development online

GRADUATE DEGREE

Certificate in Executive Leadership Development

8 months Duration
13* Credit Hours
$6,500 Total Tuition

Build leadership skills essential for high-level roles with the Avila Graduate Certificate – Executive Leadership Development online program. Improve your ability to think critically, make sound decisions, and communicate effectively with diverse audiences. In 100% online courses, you will explore leadership strategies, organizational structure, innovation, and conflict management as you strengthen your presentation and feedback skills. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Executive Leadership Development online program.

Certificate in Finance online

GRADUATE DEGREE

Certificate in Finance

6 months Duration
12* Credit Hours
$6,000 Total Tuition

Equip yourself for career opportunities and new roles with the Avila University Finance Certificate online. Gain a comprehensive understanding of global financial management and investments while developing vital skills such as data analysis, risk management, and portfolio assessment. With the program’s flexible format and the opportunity to stack certificates toward an MBA, you can achieve your goals on your own terms. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Finance online program.

Certificate in Healthcare Administration online

GRADUATE DEGREE

Certificate in Healthcare Administration

6 months Duration
9* Credit Hours
$4,500 Total Tuition

The Avila University Healthcare Administration Certificate online program gives you a comprehensive understanding of the health services industry. Explore the components of the healthcare system, analyze special issues and trends, and develop strategies to navigate the challenges of this ever-changing industry. Designed for working professionals, the program provides the flexibility and support needed to drive success in healthcare administration and to enhance your career prospects. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Healthcare Administration online program.

Certificate in Management online

GRADUATE DEGREE

Certificate in Management

6 months Duration
9* Credit Hours
$4,500 Total Tuition

The Management Certificate online program at Avila University offers a fully customizable learning experience, allowing you to select courses from various business and management disciplines. Craft a program aligned with your career objectives and gain essential skills and knowledge to excel in leadership positions across industries. With an emphasis on practical applications and a faculty of seasoned professionals, this program provides the adaptability and support needed to prepare you for career advancement and success on your terms. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Management online program.

Certificate in Marketing online

GRADUATE DEGREE

Certificate in Marketing

4 months Duration
9* Credit Hours
$4,500 Total Tuition

The Marketing Certificate online program at Avila University provides you with a thorough understanding of the critical components of marketing and their impact on overall business objectives. Cultivate the skills needed to analyze market opportunities, conduct in-depth research, and develop powerful marketing strategies through a focused curriculum that explores the latest industry tools, techniques, and best practices. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Marketing online program.

Certificate in Project Management online

GRADUATE DEGREE

Certificate in Project Management

8 months Duration
13* Credit Hours
$6,500 Total Tuition

The Project Management Certificate online program prepares you for diverse leadership responsibilities as a well-rounded project manager. Develop the skills necessary to effectively oversee projects from start to finish via a targeted curriculum that delves into current industry practices, case studies, and team dynamics. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Project Management online program.

Certificate in Strategic Human Resources online

GRADUATE DEGREE

Certificate in Strategic Human Resources

8 months Duration
13* Credit Hours
$6,500 Total Tuition

Quickly deepen your understanding of human resources and the latest HR regulations and trends. The Avila Graduate Certificate – Strategic Human Resources online program will prepare you to sit for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certification exams that demonstrate advanced expertise. Gain key insights into employee recruitment and retention, compensation, diversity advancement, risk management, and labor relations. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Strategic Human Services online program.

Certificate in Workplace and Instructional Design online

GRADUATE DEGREE

Certificate in Workplace and Instructional Design

8 months Duration
13* Credit Hours
$6,500 Total Tuition

Quickly gain advanced theories and practical skillsets to lead instructional design initiatives across a wide range of organizations. In the career-relevant Avila Graduate Certificate – Workplace and Instructional Design online program, you will learn how to assess corporate needs, identify gaps in employee learning, and develop solutions-focused instructional design programs. Learn from experienced practitioners as you create and use ePortfolios. If you choose to pursue an MBA or M.A., credit hours can be transferred into an online master's degree program.

*See individual programs for more information.

  • Certificate – Marketing
  • Certificate – Executive Leadership Development
  • Certificate – Healthcare Administration
  • Certificate – Change Management
  • Certificate – Project Management
  • Certificate – Management
  • Certificate – Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging
  • Certificate – Workplace and Instructional Design
  • Certificate – Strategic Human Resources
  • Certificate – Finance

Certificate in Marketing

Duration: 4 months Credit Hours: 9 Tuition: $500 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 6/29/26 Start class: 7/6/26

The Marketing Certificate online program at Avila University provides you with a thorough understanding of the critical components of marketing and their impact on overall business objectives. Cultivate the skills needed to analyze market opportunities, conduct in-depth research, and develop powerful marketing strategies through a focused curriculum that explores the latest industry tools, techniques, and best practices. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Marketing online program.

Certificate in Executive Leadership Development

Duration: 8 months Credit Hours: 13 Tuition: $500 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 5/4/26 Start class: 5/11/26

Build leadership skills essential for high-level roles with the Avila Graduate Certificate – Executive Leadership Development online program. Improve your ability to think critically, make sound decisions, and communicate effectively with diverse audiences. In 100% online courses, you will explore leadership strategies, organizational structure, innovation, and conflict management as you strengthen your presentation and feedback skills. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Executive Leadership Development online program.

Certificate in Healthcare Administration

Duration: 6 months Credit Hours: 9 Tuition: $500 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 5/4/26 Start class: 5/11/26

The Avila University Healthcare Administration Certificate online program gives you a comprehensive understanding of the health services industry. Explore the components of the healthcare system, analyze special issues and trends, and develop strategies to navigate the challenges of this ever-changing industry. Designed for working professionals, the program provides the flexibility and support needed to drive success in healthcare administration and to enhance your career prospects. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Healthcare Administration online program.

Certificate in Change Management

Duration: 8 months Credit Hours: 13 Tuition: $500 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 5/4/26 Start class: 5/11/26

Learn how to identify, assess, and manage change, positioning companies to benefit from emerging opportunities. The Avila Graduate Certificate – Change Management online program will quickly prepare you with highly valued skills in evaluating change readiness, impact, and implementation as you use data-based methodologies and Lean Six Sigma principles to improve productivity and quality.

Certificate in Project Management

Duration: 8 months Credit Hours: 13 Tuition: $500 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 5/4/26 Start class: 5/11/26

The Project Management Certificate online program prepares you for diverse leadership responsibilities as a well-rounded project manager. Develop the skills necessary to effectively oversee projects from start to finish via a targeted curriculum that delves into current industry practices, case studies, and team dynamics. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Project Management online program.

Certificate in Management

Duration: 6 months Credit Hours: 9 Tuition: $500 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

The Management Certificate online program at Avila University offers a fully customizable learning experience, allowing you to select courses from various business and management disciplines. Craft a program aligned with your career objectives and gain essential skills and knowledge to excel in leadership positions across industries. With an emphasis on practical applications and a faculty of seasoned professionals, this program provides the adaptability and support needed to prepare you for career advancement and success on your terms. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Management online program.

Certificate in Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging

Duration: 8 months Credit Hours: 13 Tuition: $500 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 5/4/26 Start class: 5/11/26

Learn how to build a respectful, inclusive workplace to attract and retain the most qualified candidates from a multicultural talent pool. Featuring 100% online courses, the Avila Graduate Certificate – Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging program explores diversity awareness, bias recognition, compliance, and training to facilitate multicultural collaboration. If you choose to pursue an MBA or M.A., credit hours can transfer into an online master's degree program.

Certificate in Workplace and Instructional Design

Duration: 8 months Credit Hours: 13 Tuition: $500 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 6/29/26 Start class: 7/6/26

Quickly gain advanced theories and practical skillsets to lead instructional design initiatives across a wide range of organizations. In the career-relevant Avila Graduate Certificate – Workplace and Instructional Design online program, you will learn how to assess corporate needs, identify gaps in employee learning, and develop solutions-focused instructional design programs. Learn from experienced practitioners as you create and use ePortfolios. If you choose to pursue an MBA or M.A., credit hours can be transferred into an online master's degree program.

Certificate in Strategic Human Resources

Duration: 8 months Credit Hours: 13 Tuition: $500 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 5/4/26 Start class: 5/11/26

Quickly deepen your understanding of human resources and the latest HR regulations and trends. The Avila Graduate Certificate – Strategic Human Resources online program will prepare you to sit for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certification exams that demonstrate advanced expertise. Gain key insights into employee recruitment and retention, compensation, diversity advancement, risk management, and labor relations. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Strategic Human Services online program.

Certificate in Finance

Duration: 6 months Credit Hours: 12 Tuition: $500 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 5/4/26 Start class: 5/11/26

Equip yourself for career opportunities and new roles with the Avila University Finance Certificate online. Gain a comprehensive understanding of global financial management and investments while developing vital skills such as data analysis, risk management, and portfolio assessment. With the program’s flexible format and the opportunity to stack certificates toward an MBA, you can achieve your goals on your own terms. Nine credit hours can be transferred into the MBA in Finance online program.

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