Professional Certificate Program in Business Administration and Management at University of California, Berkeley (UCB)

UC Berkeley Global offers a one-year Professional Certificate Program in Business Administration and Management through its College of Continuing Studies. The total tuition fee for this program is USD 22,000. To gain admission, students must show their English language skills. Accepted tests include IELTS and TOEFL. Additionally, students need to have a minimum graduation GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

This is a Postgraduate Certificate Program.

Students will earn a certificate in Business Administration and a second certificate in Management after finishing two semesters of classes.

By completing extra required courses during these two semesters, students can earn a third certificate for a Professional Diploma Program.

Students will learn how organizations work in different areas. They will study real-life case studies of current companies to build a strong base in applied Business Administration.

Students will take on the role of CEO of a virtual company and create strategies to manage changes in each department. They will gain practical management skills that can be used with individual teams and the whole company.

Courses include:

• Management: Organization Development and Change
• Business Negotiating
• Talent Management and Workforce Development

To enroll in Management courses, students must have completed the Business Administration Immersive or be working towards a recognized certificate or degree in Business Administration.

Students who study for two semesters can apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

A Career Development Course is included for both semesters. This course teaches students how to improve their resume, LinkedIn profile, interview skills, presentation skills, and more.

Students can also do an internship at a company in the San Francisco Bay Area for an additional fee of $3,000 USD.

There will be networking events and opportunities with companies in Silicon Valley, which can help students find jobs.

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12th Grade

There is no specific cutoff mentioned for 12th grade.

Graduation

Students need to have at least three years of undergraduate coursework to qualify for admission.

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TOEFL

Marks: 90.0

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IELTS

Marks: 7.0

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Step One: Prepare Your Application Documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)

Your SOP should be between 800 and 1,000 words (1 to 2 pages, single-spaced). Make sure to answer the following questions:

• Background: Share your academic, personal, and professional experiences that have prepared you for this challenging program. Mention any successes that might not be obvious from your transcript. Also, describe any extracurricular interests or activities you wish to pursue at UC Berkeley or in the Bay Area.
• Understanding of the Program: Explain how being part of this program will help you reach your academic, professional, or personal goals. Describe your understanding of the program's requirements and the courses you can apply for as a student. Don't forget to state the name of the program you are applying to.
• Anomalies: If there are any unusual items in your academic transcripts, such as a failed course or a low GPA, explain them here. If everything is normal, you can skip this part.

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Prepare a CV that lists all your jobs in order, detailing the duties you performed. Include all degrees you earned, courses you attended, and any other experiences that might interest the academic review committee.

Step Two: Additional Documents Required

• Transcripts: Upload your complete academic transcript in the official version.
• English Language Proficiency (ELP) Scores: Submit a scanned PDF of your official English test results.
• Financial Document: Upload your Financial Statement and Certification in PDF format.
• Copy of Your Passport: Include a copy of the identification page of your passport.

Step Three: Application Fees for This Course

The application fee is USD 100, which is approximately INR 8,430.

Mode of Payment: You can pay using a credit card.

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated in December 2024"