Improve your government financial management knowledge with a graduate certificate in government accounting from the Costello College of Business at George Mason University.
Better understand the expansive nature of government accounting and gain greater confidence in your career.
George Mason University's graduate certificate in government accounting, in partnership with Kearney & Company, is an opportunity for you to acquire education in the field of government accounting with a federal government emphasis. Courses in the certificate program will also help prepare you to sit for the Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) exam sponsored by the Association of Government Accountants (AGA).
Typical students work in the areas of financial management, accounting, auditing, IT, budgeting, policy, grants management, performance management, and other areas that help the government work more efficiently and effectively.
Students who complete at least two Government Accounting Certificate courses with grades of B or better can have their application requirements for our master’s in accounting program reduced, and certificate course credits can be applied towards your master’s in accounting degree requirements upon enrollment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of a graduate certificate?
Earning a graduate certificate offers several significant benefits that make them appealing to professionals seeking to further their education. Among the most important of these include:
- Maximize Your Time and Money
- Develop a Specific Skill Set
- Advance Your Career or Make a Career Change
- Preparation for a Graduate Degree
What can you tell me about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Mason?
Diversity is one of Mason's core values; everyone is welcome here. Mason was recently named the most diverse university in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report. To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at Mason, visit the university's DEI website. Visit this page to learn more about DEI at the Costello College of Business.