Mechanics Plus Electronics Equals Growing Mechatronics Major

Darwin Boyd works with a student in the mechatronics program

The Aeronautics and Engineering Building on the Kent Campus is home to many classes and majors at Kent State University, including two categories of accredited mechatronics majors, Mechatronics Engineering Technology and Mechatronics Engineering.  One major focuses on the technological aspect of engineering while the other focuses on a combined curriculum of design and theory to prepare students for success. In the professional world, mechatronics engineering creates the design and theory of something whereas mechatronics engineering technology pushes it through the technological phase.Bo...

High School Diploma/GED Verification Worksheet - 2026-2027 - (PDF)

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After completing this form, submit it to the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center or your Regional Campus student services area.

Citizenship Affidavit Certification Form - 2026-2027 (PDF)

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Leading Through Challenge - Graduate Certificate

The Leading Through Challenge graduate certificate provides skill development useful to managers who seek to rise to higher levels of leadership. High-level leaders typically encounter challenging situations that require skills in negotiation and mediation, as well as how to manage change and conflict.

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Program Information for Leading Through Challenge - Graduate Certificate

Admissions for Leading Through Challenge - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Résumé
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Explain growth in self-awareness from completed managerial assessments.
  2. Describe how to lead positive organizational change.
  3. Demonstrate successful negotiation skills.
  4. Demonstrate successful mediation skills.
  5. Describe organizational conflict, organizational culture and collaboration, power dynamics, decision-making and problem-solving in organizations.

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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
MGMT 64158LEADERSHIP 2
MGMT 64160LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE 3
PACS 54040NEGOTIATION 3
PACS 58080MEDIATION: THEORY AND TRAINING 3
PACS 60004ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICT AND COOPERATION 3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:14

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000 3.000
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In Person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Accreditation for Leading Through Challenge - Graduate Certificate

AACSB, International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Leading Through Challenge - Graduate Certificate

General and operations managers

5.8%

faster than the average

2,486,400

number of jobs

$103,650

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

International Business - Graduate Certificate

The International Business graduate certificate allows students to gain specialized knowledge in a variety of domains of international business. Study abroad options are possible, with no language skills required.

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Program Information for International Business - Graduate Certificate

Admissions for International Business - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Résumé
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the international business environment.
  2. Use creative thinking and deploy innovative strategies to articulate global opportunities and employ available resources.
  3. Demonstrate the capacity to collaborate with international partners to create shared value.

Coursework

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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
BA 64026SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 2
CIS 64042GLOBALIZATION AND TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY 2
MGMT 64184INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 3
Certificate Electives, choose from the following: 16
FIN 56064
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS FINANCE
FIN 56280
GOLDEN FLASH ASSET MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
FIN 66040
INTERNATIONAL ISSUES IN BANKING AND FINANCE
HRM 54445
GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
MGMT 54009
THE BUSINESS CASE FOR SUSTAINABILITY
MGMT 64275
GLOBAL STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
MKTG 65054
INTERNATIONAL MARKETING
Minimum Total Credit Hours:13
1

Study abroad options are available to use for credit hours toward this certificate program.

Progression Requirements
  • Maintain good standing

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000 3.000
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Accreditation for International Business - Graduate Certificate

AACSB, International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for International Business - Graduate Certificate

General and operations managers

5.8%

faster than the average

2,486,400

number of jobs

$103,650

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Human Resource Management - Graduate Certificate

The Human Resource Management graduate certificate allows students to gain specialized knowledge in the human resources domain. Topics offered include employee selection and appraisal, performance management and compensation, global human resources, leadership and organizational change and current issues.

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Program Information for Human Resource Management - Graduate Certificate

Admissions for Human Resource Management - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Résumé
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate effective human resource management and leadership ability when presented with a human resource-related dilemma or opportunity.
  2. Identify and analyze human resource concerns that affect business decisions.
  3. Create and communicate value for all stakeholders in the organization.
  4. Demonstrate knowledge of legal issues related to human resource management.

Coursework

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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
HRM 64271HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 2
Certificate Electives, choose from the following:12
HRM 54183
DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING HUMAN RESOURCES IN ORGANIZATIONS
HRM 54185
STAFFING HUMAN RESOURCES
HRM 54445
GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
HRM 54660
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND COMPENSATION SYSTEMS
MGMT 64160
LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE
HRM 64399
APPLIED TOPICS IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Minimum Total Credit Hours:14

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000 3.000
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Accreditation for Human Resource Management - Graduate Certificate

AACSB, International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Human Resource Management - Graduate Certificate

Human resources managers

6.3%

faster than the average

165,200

number of jobs

$121,220

potential earnings

Human resources specialists

7.0%

faster than the average

666,500

number of jobs

$63,490

potential earnings

Labor relations specialists

-6.8%

decline

78,900

number of jobs

$73,240

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Advanced Accounting - Graduate Certificate

The Advanced Accounting graduate certificate presents material is relevant to advanced practice of accounting and includes knowledge tested on the CPA exam. The completed certificate may be applied to satisfy a portion of the course requirements for the Master of Science in Accounting degree.

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Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Analyze, evaluate and report on complex accounting and economic transactions using the accounting framework.
  2. Given an ethical dilemma in an accounting setting, analyze the issue, apply an ethical framework and develop a resolution.
  3. Effectively communicate using oral and written communication skills in a business setting.

Admissions for Advanced Accounting - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 3.000 GPA in accounting classes and 2.700 overall GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 71 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.0 IELTS score
    • Minimum 50 PTE score
    • Minimum 100 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Coursework

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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
ACCT 53020ADVANCED FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING 13
ACCT 53033INCOME TAXATION II - ENTITY TAXATION 13
ACCT 63022PROFESSIONAL ISSUES AND ETHICS IN ACCOUNTING 3
ACCT 63031ADVANCED AUDITING THEORY AND PRACTICE 3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:12
1

Students may substitute a 60000-level accounting course with prior approval.

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000 3.000
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Advanced Accounting - Graduate Certificate

Accountants and auditors

4.3%

about as fast as the average

1,436,100

number of jobs

$73,560

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Accounting Analytics - Graduate Certificate

The Accounting Analytics graduate certificate presents material relevant to advanced practice of accounting and includes knowledge tested on the CPA exam. The certificate focuses on the application of technology that supports analytical approaches in the accounting profession. The completed certificate may be applied to satisfy a portion of the course requirements for the Master of Science in Accounting degree.

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Program Information for Accounting Analytics - Graduate Certificate

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Apply research and analytical skills to solve accounting problems.
  2. Effectively communicate using oral and written communication skills in a business setting.
  3. Assemble, cleanse and analyze the information provided by information systems, and prepare summary reports useful for business decision-making.

Admissions for Accounting Analytics - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 3.000 GPA in accounting classes and 2.700 overall GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Coursework

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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
ACCT 53013ADVANCED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING 3
ACCT 53043INTERNAL AUDIT AND FRAUD EXAMINATION 3
ACCT 63024INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AUDIT: CONTROLS AND ANALYTICS 3
ACCT 63050ADVANCED ACCOUNTING ANALYTICS AND TECHNOLOGY 3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:12

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000 3.000
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Accounting Analytics - Graduate Certificate

Accountants and auditors

4.3%

about as fast as the average

1,436,100

number of jobs

$73,560

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Quantitative Business Management - Graduate Certificate

The Quantitative Business Management graduate certificate prepares participants to serve as responsible leaders in public, private and nonprofit organizations. Because the need for quantitative business management competence is ubiquitous across organizations, this certificate program welcomes participants from all fields and undergraduate degree backgrounds.

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Program Information for Quantitative Business Management - Graduate Certificate

Admissions for Quantitative Business Management - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcripts
  • Starting with spring 2026 admission term, completion of two quantitative undergraduate courses (e.g., advanced algebra, statistics) with minimum B grade1 will be required.
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:2
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

In some circumstances, the academic program admissions committee may consider other compelling evidence in their determination.

2

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Identify the problem and select the appropriate tool(s) to resolve the problem.
  2. Analyze the problem in order to come to a decision or conclusion.
  3. Identify alternatives and consequences regarding an ethical dilemma and support a course of action.
  4. Identify global factors involved in making business decisions.
  5. Prioritize and analyze alternatives and consequences related to global factors and support a strategic decision in a global business context.

Coursework

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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
ACCT 63037FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING 2
ACCT 63038MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING 2
BA 64005ANALYTICS FOR DECISION MAKING 2
ECON 62022MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS 2
FIN 66060MANAGERIAL FINANCE 2
Minimum Total Credit Hours:10

Progression Requirements
  • Maintain good academic standing

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000 3.000
Roadmap

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester OneCredits
First Eight Weeks  
ACCT 63037 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING 2
Second Eight Weeks  
ACCT 63038 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING 2
 Credit Hours4
Semester Two
First Eight Weeks  
BA 64005 ANALYTICS FOR DECISION MAKING 2
ECON 62022 MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS 2
Second Eight Weeks  
FIN 66060 MANAGERIAL FINANCE 2
 Credit Hours6
 Minimum Total Credit Hours:10

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Accreditation for Quantitative Business Management - Graduate Certificate

AACSB, International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Quantitative Business Management - Graduate Certificate

General and operations managers

5.8%

faster than the average

2,486,400

number of jobs

$103,650

potential earnings

Management analysts

10.7%

much faster than the average

876,300

number of jobs

$87,660

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Financial Management - Graduate Certificate

The Financial Management graduate certificate allows students to gain specialized knowledge in the domain of finance. Topics offered include basic financial management with electives in all areas, from international finance, investments (including derivative securities), real estate and financial law.

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Program Information for Financial Management - Graduate Certificate

Admissions for Financial Management - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

Applications to the Financial Management graduate certificate are not being accepted starting with the spring 2026 admission term.

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcripts
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate effective financial management and leadership ability when presented with a dilemma or opportunity.
  2. Identify and analyze financial management concerns that affect business decisions.
  3. Create and communicate value for all stakeholders in the organization.

Coursework

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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
FIN 66060MANAGERIAL FINANCE 2
Certificate Electives, choose from the following:12
FIN 56055
ADVANCED DERIVATIVE SECURITIES
FIN 56056
ADVANCED FIXED INCOME MANAGEMENT
FIN 56059
APPLIED FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
FIN 56061
REAL ESTATE FINANCE
FIN 56064
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS FINANCE
FIN 56067
ADVANCED PORTFOLIO ANALYSIS
FIN 56280
GOLDEN FLASH ASSET MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
FIN 66040
INTERNATIONAL ISSUES IN BANKING AND FINANCE
Minimum Total Credit Hours:14

Progression Requirements
  • Maintain good standing

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000 3.000
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Applications to the Financial Management graduate certificate are not being accepted starting with the spring 2026 admission term.

Accreditation for Financial Management - Graduate Certificate

AACSB, International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Financial Management - Graduate Certificate

Financial managers

15.5%

much faster than the average

697,900

number of jobs

$134,180

potential earnings

Personal financial advisors

4.4%

about as fast as the average

263,000

number of jobs

$89,330

potential earnings

Financial and investment analysts, financial risk specialists, and financial specialists, all other

5.5%

faster than the average

487,800

number of jobs

$83,660

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.
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