Business Budgeting and Reporting Undergraduate Certificate online
Build the modern accounting and finance foundation today’s companies rely on for smart management decisions. Earn this career-relevant credential in just three semesters.
Program Overview
Prepare to advance with the online Business Budgeting and Reporting Certificate program
Learn the fundamental principles of financial management with the Business Budgeting and Reporting Undergraduate Certificate from William Paterson University. This three-course, 100 percent online program covers debit and credit theory, account classification, financial statement preparation, and cost accounting concepts you can apply immediately in any organization. You will also gain hands-on experience using spreadsheets and computer applications as tools for managerial decision-making.
All courses can be applied toward earning a full WP degree or additional certificate. With 94.5% of our business alumni employed, continuing their education, or pursuing meaningful career opportunities,* this program is a strong start toward your goals.
*Based on data from 873 graduates (50% knowledge rate). Source: William Paterson University First Destination Survey, Class of 2024.
In this program, you will learn how to:
- Apply the fundamental principles of accounting, including debit and credit theory, and account classification
- Prepare basic financial statements and working papers using spreadsheet and computer applications
- Use cost accounting concepts as a decision-making tool for management
- Apply the fundamental principles of accounting, including debit and credit theory, and account classification
- Prepare basic financial statements and working papers using spreadsheet and computer applications
- Use cost accounting concepts as a decision-making tool for management
Career opportunities:
- Budget Analyst
- Auditor
- Tax Manager
- Financial Controller
- Budget Analyst
- Auditor
- Tax Manager
- Financial Controller
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Tuition
Fit this online certificate program into your budget
Certificate online programs from William Paterson University offer affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition. All fees are included in the total tuition.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Budgeting and Reporting Undergraduate Certificate | $381 | $1,143 | $3,429 |
Tuition breakdown
Calendar
Use these program dates to plan your start
William Paterson University online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
Now enrolling:
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall II | 11/2/26 | 10/11/26 | 10/14/26 | 10/23/26 | 10/28/26 | 12/20/26 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
Follow these streamlined steps for admission into the online Business Budgeting and Reporting Certificate program
We offer a streamlined admission process for the Business Budgeting and Reporting Undergraduate Certificate online program to help you get started right away. Please read the admission requirements, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them.
The requirements include:
- Online application
- Transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended
- No GPA threshold
You must meet the following requirements for admission to this certificate online program:
- Official transcripts from each college attended or high school transcript if no prior college experience
- Complete online application and submit $50 application fee
- Official transcripts, test scores, and other documents should be sent from the granting institutions to:
Email address: [email protected]
Mail address:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Enrollment Services
Morrison Hall 102
300 Pompton Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
Courses
Take a closer look at the curriculum for the online Business Budgeting and Reporting Certificate program
For the Business Budgeting and Reporting Undergraduate Certificate online program, you must complete three courses.
*Students without pre-requisite foundation courses may require additional credits.
