Executive Education
Business Academy
The W. P. Carey Business Academy certificate program is designed for undergraduate students outside the W. P. Carey School of Business who want to build a strong foundation in business while pursuing a non-business major. This 15-week professional certificate helps students develop the language, frameworks, and analytical skills of business, preparing them to stand out in any field or industry.
Participants complete one specialized sequence, each combining three business-focused courses taught by W. P. Carey faculty. No prior business experience or coursework is required.
Program details
Strengthen your understanding of business and gain a competitive edge in your career. Individuals who complete this program will build essential business skills, earn a digital credential, and prepare for a variety of professional roles. There are five specialized topic sequences available, each including a series of three relevant business courses.
Upcoming dates
Start on January 15, 2026
Location
Online
(live and self-paced components)
Agenda
Each sequence includes three courses, completed in approx. 15 weeks
Cost
$2,200
Who is this program for?
This professional certificate program is for undergraduate students and recent graduates outside the W. P. Carey School of Business who want to complement their major with essential business knowledge. It’s ideal for students in fields such as engineering, liberal arts, science, design, or health who plan to:
- Launch or manage a business or organization
- Work in roles that require business collaboration or leadership
- Strengthen their career readiness with a professional credential
What will I learn?
Students gain practical insight into how businesses operate and succeed, from leadership and teamwork to supply chain, accounting, and innovation.
- Understand key business principles across leadership, operations, and finance
- Learn how organizations gain and sustain competitive advantage
- Strengthen communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Gain business fluency to complement any academic major
Specialized course sequences
Each specialized sequence allows students to explore different business disciplines while earning a digital credential upon completion from W. P. Carey Executive Education. Click on a sequence to proceed with registration.
Sequence 1 AI and Strategic Business Foundations
- CIS 565: Artificial Intelligence in Business
- MGT 588: Sources of Competitive Advantage
- Financial Accounting Bootcamp
Sequence 2 Operations and Leadership in Supply Chain
- SCM 502: Operations and Supply Chain Management
- MGT 588: Sources of Competitive Advantage
- MGT 525: Leadership and Teamwork
Sequence 3 Strategic Procurement and Team Leadership
- SCM 502: Operations and Supply Chain Management
- SCM 520: Strategic Procurement
- MGT 525: Leadership and Teamwork
Sequence 4 Organizational Dynamics and Supply Chain Leadership (Logistics Focus)
- MGT 502: Leveraging Workplace Dynamics for Organizational Impact
- MGT 588: Sources of Competitive Advantage
- SCM 541: Logistics in Supply Chain
Sequence 5 Organizational Dynamics and Supply Chain Leadership (Negotiation Focus)
- MGT 502: Leveraging Workplace Dynamics for Organizational Impact
- MGT 588: Sources of Competitive Advantage
- SCM 521: Supply Chain Management and Negotiations
Faculty
Courses in this professional certificate program are taught by W. P. Carey School of Business faculty, bringing top-tier teaching and applied business expertise to undergraduate students from across Arizona State University.
Contact W. P. Carey Executive Education
Transform your career with business education for the new economy. Complete this form to start a conversation with the W. P. Carey Executive Education team. We are happy to answer any questions as you explore our offerings and prepare to attend. You can also email us at [email protected] for more information.