Golden Gate University

Overview
Golden Gate University has been serving professionals with career-oriented degree programs for over 100 years. The school has expanded its accredited degrees to online students, with undergraduate and graduate programs available in management, accounting, human resources, and other business areas. Golden Gate University differentiates itself from other career-focused colleges through its accreditations and its low student-teacher ratio, which provide a recognized and student-focused education.

Student Appeal
One of the most appealing things about GGU's online offerings is the breadth of subject matter available to study. Current business professionals or those looking to enter this career area will almost certainly be able to find an undergraduate or graduate degree or certificate that will help them meet their career goals. Students located in the west also have the flexibility of taking some courses in-person and some online.

Accreditation
Golden Gate University has regional accreditation through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Programs Offered:

Bachelor's Degrees

Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM) Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM) Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM) Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM) Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM) Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)
This program focuses on topics like communication, leadership skills, and management techniques. Graduates will be able to clearly present ideas, act as vital team members, and demonstrate innovative ideas.
Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Human Resource Management Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Human Resource Management Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Human Resource Management Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Human Resource Management Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Human Resource Management Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Human Resource Management
This concentration includes required classes like Labor-Management Relations and Compensation Decision Making. Students tailor their degree through an internship or directed study.
Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Information Technology Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Information Technology
Graduates of this program will understand important tech topics like social media, IT management, and database systems. The concentration is 7 courses, on top of the general BAM curriculum.
Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Marketing Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Marketing
BAM marketing graduates will understand how to evaluate target markets and deliver valuable services. Required courses include Consumer Behavior and Integrated Marketing Communication.
Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Public Administration Bachelor of Arts in Management (BAM)-Public Administration
Completing this program will ensure an understanding of policy, legal regulations, and business-government interaction. Course work touches on public budgeting, policy-making, and administrative law.
Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB) Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)
The BSB degree is designed to provide a solid foundation in business principles with an emphasis on quantitative skills. Foundational classes touch on economics, accounting, and statistical methods.
Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Accounting Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Accounting
The accounting concentration discusses topics like intermediate accounting skills, cost management, Federal income tax, and auditing. Graduates will have the educational requirements to sit for the CPA or CMA exams.
Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Finance Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Finance
This concentration explores the many aspects of finance work, such as corporate strategy, financial services, and investment strategies. Students select 6 elective courses to tailor the concentration to their interests.
Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Human Resource Management Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Human Resource Management
Students can prepare for a future as an HR professional, through classes in labor relations, compensation, training, and more. The choice of an internship or topical study allows students to get real world and specialized training.
Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Information Technology Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Information Technology
18 units of required IT courses and 15 units of electives make up this BSB concentration. Graduates will understand how to integrate technology and information systems into business decisions.
Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-International Business Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-International Business
Students in this program study both logistical issues and the differences between legal and economic systems worldwide. Individual courses cover business in different regions; marketing and import/export issues are also covered.
Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Marketing Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Marketing
The marketing concentration provides a foundational toolkit for future marketing professionals. Topics covered include consumer behavior, market research, and business marketing and sales.
Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Operations and Supply Chain Management Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Operations and Supply Chain Management
Completing this program affords students an understanding of nearly every aspect of the business cycle. Supply chain logistics, production, and process improvement are covered.
Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Public Administration Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)-Public Administration
This highly flexible program allows students to choose their program requirements from a preapproved list, to shape their own studies. Options include courses such as Policy Making and Analysis and Public Budgeting Techniques.

Master's Degrees

Executive Master of Public Administration Executive Master of Public Administration
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This degree is aimed at current managers who want to better understand the administration of agencies at all levels of government. Required courses discuss research methods, organizational analysis, personnel management, and more.
Master of Accountancy Master of Accountancy
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This graduate program is geared towards both current accountants and those entering the profession from other careers. Graduates will be able to identify accounting issues, make effective accounting decisions, and incorporate other business and legal issues into their decision making.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Business Administration (MBA)
*Requires a bachelor's degree and GMAT scores. Students in this program learn advanced business principles, such as effective teamwork, selling ideas, and integrating the work of different departments. Foundational classes discuss accounting, economics, international business, and data management.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Accounting Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Accounting
*Requires a bachelor's degree and GMAT scores. This program is designed to allow students to combine administrative skills with a thorough understanding of accounting. Students take 3 foundational and 3 specialized accounting courses.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Finance Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Finance
*Requires a bachelor's degree and GMAT scores. Students in this program learn the skills of investment management, capital risk management, and capital budgeting. The concentration consists of 12 units of finance specific course work.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Human Resource Management Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Human Resource Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree and GMAT scores. This program combines emerging issues in human resources with foundational concepts. Courses touch on strategic HR management, benefits administration, employment law, and more.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Information Technology Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Information Technology
*Requires a bachelor's degree and GMAT scores. Graduates of this program will understand how to plan, implement, and manage IT in a business setting. Students take the class Managing Information Technologies in the Business Enterprise, as well as 9 units of upper-level ITM classes.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)-International Business Master of Business Administration (MBA)-International Business
*Requires a bachelor's degree and GMAT scores. International trade, corporate finance, legal issues, and international marketing are some of the topics of this MBA. Graduates understand how to adjust their business to changing world social and economic situations.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Management Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree and GMAT scores. This concentration allows students to delve into in-depth study of management theory and techniques. Classes look at HR issues, negotiation, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Marketing Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Marketing
*Requires a bachelor's degree and GMAT scores. Students in this master's learn the skills for managing marketing issues in both business and public sector settings. The 12-unit concentration is flexible to students' interests.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Supply Chain Management Master of Business Administration (MBA)-Supply Chain Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree and GMAT scores. This MBA is appropriate for individuals who want a thorough understanding of quality management, process improvement, and other issues relevant to businesses where supply chain management is crucial.
Master of Science in Finance Master of Science in Finance
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This is a great option for individuals who want a focused study of finance principles, rather than a broad overview of business topics. Corporate finance and financial analysis are some of the key areas discussed.
Master of Science in Finance-Corporate Finance Master of Science in Finance-Corporate Finance
*Requires a bachelor's degree. The corporate finance concentration includes 12 units of required classes and 6 units of electives in finance topics. Required courses include Financial Strategy, International Corporate Finance, and Working Capital Management.
Master of Science in Finance-Investment Management Master of Science in Finance-Investment Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Derivative Markets and Portfolio Management make up the required classes of this MS Finance concentration. Students also choose between Financial and Technical Analysis of Securities, along with their 9 electives.
Master of Science in Financial Planning Master of Science in Financial Planning
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This degree is aimed at aspiring money managers, investment advisors, or financial planners. The core classes in this program discuss risk management, estate planning, income tax planning, and other key functions of the financial planner.
Master of Science in Human Resource Management Master of Science in Human Resource Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This 33 unit graduate degree teaches students how to organize various business units, implement and monitor HR policies, and comply with legal requirements. Students choose 15 electives to tailor the program to their career goals and interests.
Master of Science in Information Technology Master of Science in Information Technology
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Graduates of this program go on to build careers as IT project managers, chief information officers, or chief technology officers. The degree covers the skills for partnering with management and other stakeholders, leading IT portfolio development, and leading enterprise architecture development.
Master of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications Master of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program is geared towards training marketers who understand how to integrate the timing and placement of various marketing messages. Course work includes classes in consumer behavior, advertising strategy, and contemporary public relations.
Master of Science in Marketing with a general concentration Master of Science in Marketing with a general concentration
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Upon finishing this program, students will be able to design marketing plans, search for marketing subjects, compile a marketing budget, and work effectively in teams. The program includes 12 foundational units and 33 advanced marketing units.
Master of Science in Project and Systems Management Master of Science in Project and Systems Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This interdisciplinary program is suitable for those interested in project management, information technology, and operations processes. Students can choose focuse sin either Information Technology or Project Management, depending on their interests.
Master of Science in Taxation Master of Science in Taxation
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This 30 course program covers both foundational and specialized topics in taxation. Graduates will be able to identify tax issues, structure business entities, and provide clients with tax plan and benefits information.

Certificates

Certificate in Accounting Certificate in Accounting
This 18-credit undergraduate certificate is useful for preparing for accounting certifications or expanding one's accounting knowledge. Students select 6 accounting courses to build their certificate.
Certificate in Finance Certificate in Finance
Individuals who need finance skills but do not have the time or need for a full degree can check out this certificate option. The program can also serve as educational preparation for the Chartered Financial Analyst exam.
Certificate in Human Resource Management Certificate in Human Resource Management
This 5-course certificate helps students stay on top of today's changing human resources world. Management principles, labor relations, and training methods are some available subjects.
Certificate in Information Technology Management Certificate in Information Technology Management
This flexible program requires students to take the foundational Management Information Systems class, as well as four ITM courses of their choosing. Courses can later be applied towards the ITM master's program.
Certificate in International Business Certificate in International Business
Required courses in this certificate discuss international banking, international business fundamentals, and import/export principles. Students also select two electives of their choosing.
Certificate in Management Certificate in Management
This management certificate is useful for current professionals who want to brush up on the latest management topics, or for those new to the field. Students take 15-30 units of courses to fulfill the certificate requirements.
Certificate in Marketing Certificate in Marketing
This 5-course marketing certificate is flexible for students' career needs. All students take the Principles of Marketing class, as well as four electives of their choice.
Certificate in Operations and Supply-Chain Management Certificate in Operations and Supply-Chain Management
This certificate requires taking four courses in the operations management department, as well as two courses in other disciplines that are approved by the department. It is useful for expanding skills or learning the latest strategies in operations.
Certificate in Public Administration Certificate in Public Administration
Graduates of this program will be better able to analyze the many social, technical, and economic issues involved in public and nonprofit administration. Students also learn how to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of public services.
Graduate Certificate in Accounting Graduate Certificate in Accounting
*Requires a bachelor's degree. In this program, students take 5 300-level accounting courses. It is useful for understanding advanced accounting principles or preparing for certification exams.
Graduate Certificate in Estate Planning Graduate Certificate in Estate Planning
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This certificate covers a breadth of topics in estate planning and is taught by accountants and lawyers with experience in estate planning. Classes include Estate and Gift Taxation and Federal Income Taxation of Trusts and Estates.
Graduate Certificate in Finance Graduate Certificate in Finance
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This graduate program requires the course Corporate Finance, as well as 4 additional upper-level finance classes of the student's choosing. This certificate can later be used towards earning a master's degree in finance.
Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Personal investment management, income tax planning, and estate planning are some of the topics of this program. The certificate meets the educational requirement for sitting for the Certified Financial Planner exam.
Graduate Certificate in International Taxation Graduate Certificate in International Taxation
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program focuses on corporate taxation, and is appropriate for students with a working understanding of corporate taxation principles. Students complete 3 required classes and 2 electives of their choosing.
Graduate Certificate in Marketing Graduate Certificate in Marketing
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program allows students to design a marketing course work to their professional goals. Students take the required Marketing Management class, as well as 5 additional marketing electives.
Graduate Certificate in Taxation Graduate Certificate in Taxation
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Required classes in this certificate include Advanced Federal Income Taxation, Tax Research & Decision Making, and Tax Timing. Students may also select one taxation elective in an area of their interest.

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