Northeastern University D’Amore-McKim School of Business’ Graduate Certificate in Mutual Fund Management helps students build the skills to become knowledgeable asset managers that create value by spotting opportunities and capitalizing on growth.
In just four courses—with the option to take a fifth course to deepen your knowledge base—students learn the essentials of managing funds, including allocating assets, managing risk, and complying with regulations. Depending on the electives chosen, students explore critical topics in greater depth, such as market analysis or fixed-income securities.
Students may enroll in our Graduate Certificate in Mutual Fund Management for part-time study.
- Concentrations and course offerings may vary by campus and/or by program modality. Please consult with your advisor or admissions coach for the course availability each term at your campus or within your program modality.
- Certain options within the program may be required at certain campuses or for certain program modalities. Please consult with your advisor or admissions coach for requirements at your campus or for your program modality.
Core Requirements
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| 9 |
| Analysis of Financial Institutions and Markets | |
| Investment Analysis | |
| Fixed-Income Securities and Risk | |
| Portfolio Management | |
| Fund Management for Analysts (Complete 3 semester hours through our student managed mutual fund. Each course is 1 semester hour and may be taken multiple times.) | |
Electives
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| 3 |
| Analysis of Financial Institutions and Markets | |
| Investment Analysis | |
| Financial Risk Management | |
| Fixed-Income Securities and Risk | |
| Investment Banking | |
| Real Estate Finance and Investment | |
| Portfolio Management | |
| Fund Management for Analysts (Complete 3 semester hours through our student managed mutual fund. Each course is 1 semester hour and may be taken multiple times. ) | |
Program Credit/GPA Requirements
12 total semester hours required; may take a maximum of 15 semester hours
Minimum 3.000 GPA required
