Dive into the strategic landscape of the government contracting (GovCon) industry with the comprehensive graduate certificate in business fundamentals – government contract management from the Costello College of Business at George Mason University.
Explore the dynamic world of Government Contracting, a thriving sector generating over $500 billion annually at the federal level and equip yourself with the skills and knowledge to navigate its complexities.
Situated in the heart of Northern Virginia and the National Capital Region, our government contract management concentration within the business fundamentals certificate offers a focused curriculum designed to meet the evolving demands of the GovCon industry. Delve into essential business operations while gaining strategic insights tailored specifically for government contracting professionals or those looking to break into the industry. With a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, our program delivers a distinctive offering in this specialized field, preparing you for career advancement and success.
Leveraging the strong reputation and resources of The Greg and Camille Baroni Center for Government Contracting, coupled with our strategic location among prominent government contractors in the Washington, D.C. area, our certificate offers a blend of required and elective courses tailored to government contracting professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in public procurement.
Students who complete at least two certificate courses with grades of B or better can have their application requirements for the Costello MBA or master’s in management program reduced. Courses taken in this certificate can be applied to the Costello MBA or master’s in management.
A “HyFlex” delivery that makes it easy to manage your life’s competing demands
The program’s courses are offered in a “HyFlex” (hybrid + flexible) model: you can choose to participate face-to-face in a classroom or live, synchronously online. No matter what you choose, you’ll interact with your professors in real-time.
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