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As one of the top research universities in the world, Michigan State University has advanced the common good with uncommon will since 1855.
MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community.
MSU has been offering online degree programs since 1998. Our maturity is evident in the high quality of the learning experience enjoyed by our online students.
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The online Graduate Certificate in Transaction Services is designed to meet the needs of business and accounting professionals, as well as career changers. It is completely online, and students can complete the certificate at their own pace, ususally within 9 - 12 months. Courses are offered in an asynchronous fashion, but may include optional synchronous interactions with other students and faculty.
The online Graduate Certificate in Transaction Services is designed to meet the needs of business and accounting professionals, as well as career changers. The program focuses on the technical accounting knowledge and the professional communication skillset necessary for individuals interested in transaction services (e.g. mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, bankruptcies, and other deal transactions) support roles, including accounting and tax implications of mergers and acquisitions, the role of accounting in the various stages of transactions, and advanced accounting data analysis.
With growing complexity in the field of accounting, accountants with specialized education and experience in accounting, data analytics, and financial modeling are in high demand. The program authenticates additional education and training which will enhance a student’s professional portfolio. The certificate program can assist existing audit professionals advance their skillset and knowledge to transition into transaction services, or can help recent graduates advance their skillset to obtain transaction services support roles earlier in their careers.
MSU provides programs and initiatives that support and enhance diversity. We will expand our campus and external partnerships to put in place inclusive recruitment and retention practices. We nurture and promote individuals’ varied experiences and perspectives, ensuring structures and processes make possible full participation by all members of our community.
MSU actively collaborates with campus and external partners to innovate across all dimensions of graduate education. We create and support networks that increase collaboration and improve educational opportunities for our online students.
MSU’s nationally recognized online programs foster student growth and well-being throughout their academic career. We will expand inclusive mentoring practices and accelerate improvement across units to implement evidence-based practices to ensure our students complete successfully.
Continuing education can be one of the most exciting, challenging, and rewarding experiences you undertake in your life. We hope you consider becoming a Spartan, to learn online and reach your career goals. With highly ranked online programs and exceptional professors, we educate students who advance the common good with uncommon will.