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Certificate in Economics

The Certificate in Economics has been discontinued and is no longer accepting new students.

Earn Your Certificate in Economics

Organizational leaders and managers must increasingly apply economic theory to business activities and decisions as they work in our age of globalization and interconnected world markets. The graduate certificate in economics examines various economic models and methods and how they influence markets and decision making.

Upon completion of the certificate, you’ll be prepared to analyze the organizational, technological, industrial, and informational structure of your firm’s competitive environment, and understand how the behavior of consumers and firms affects the marketplace.

Practical Training

In this certificate program, you will study determinants of the aggregate level of economic activity, the basis for international trade, and how macroeconomics influence policy-making.

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Personal Attention

With small class sizes and respected professional faculty who will help you achieve your goals, our certificate programs are one of the options that the School of Business and Nonprofit Management offers to students committed to becoming successful, ethical business leaders.

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Flexibility for Your Life

Through your preference of in-person and online coursework, you can complete your certificate in as little as 12 months. Options for scholarships and other financial aid help make your studies affordable—and all certificate courses can be applied toward a degree if you choose to continue your studies at North Park University.

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Application Process

The application for the Certificate in Economics is quick, easy, and free. Applications are accepted throughout the year as admission is rolling. With courses that are in-person and online and a FREE application, all you need to do is apply today!

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