Certificates
Whitworth's undergraduate certificate programs set you on a path to success, helping you develop your professional skills, so your résumé will stand out in a pool of qualified applicants.
- Accounting Certificate
- Operations Management Certificate (accredited Six-Sigma training program)
- Software Development Certificate
Accounting Certificate
Looking to start a career in accounting or become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)? Whitworth's accounting certificate is designed to prepare you for work in the field of accounting. In conjunction with Whitworth’s B.A. in Business Management or other applicable degree program the certificate provides the upper-level accounting credits needed in order to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in Washington state. You can complete the accounting certificate on its own in just 16-20 months or earn it as part of a bachelor's degree program.
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Course Format | Online or in person; Mondays & Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. (no Saturdays) |
Location Options | Online U-District |
Average Completion Time | 16-20 months |
Start Date | Prerequisite courses begin August of odd years Certificate series begins January of even years |
Cost | $565 per credit.* Course materials provided at no extra cost. |
Eligibility | Available to School of Continuing Studies students & adult community members (23 and above). |
*Anticipated tuition rate for the 2023-24 academic year; certificate courses can be audited for a reduced cost if credits are not needed, with purchase of course materials.
"At Whitworth, the students create strong bonds with each other. I see these bonds lasting a lifetime. The classes are filled with people and teachers who really want to see you succeed."
Ashley Vasquez '20
Prerequisite Courses
- Financial Accounting (3 credits)
- Managerial Accounting (3 credits)
Certificate Requirements – 24 credits
BU 334 | Intermediate Accounting I | 4 credits |
BU 335 | Intermediate Accounting II | 4 credits |
BU 332 | Cost Accounting | 3 credits |
BU 466 | Principles of Auditing | 3 credits |
BU 336 | Introduction to Taxation | 4 credits |
BU 357 | Financial Management | 3 credits |
BU 240 | Business Law | 3 credits |
In order to take the CPA exam in the state of Washington, candidates must meet the following education requirements:
At least 120 credits of college education, including:
- A baccalaureate or higher degree
- 24 credits in accounting subjects (15 at the upper level or graduate level)
- 24 credits in business administration subjects
Operations Management Certificate (accredited Six-Sigma training program)
Show how you can add value to any organization; learn skills you can use across all industries, from human resources to purchasing to administration. You can complete the operations management certificate on its own in just nine months or earn it as part of any of our bachelor's degree programs.
“Six Sigma helps ensure that organizations are delivering on their promise and commitment of excellence to both customers and the community. By utilizing methodologies and tools designed to identify solutions, maximize efficiency and overcome problems, any industry will benefit from what Six Sigma has to offer.”
Justin Yung Hurtubise
Chief Mission Officer, Providence Holy Family Hospital
This certificate provides students with an understanding of lean processes as well as the leadership skills to adeptly manage change. Add value to current or future employers by understanding how to maximize operational efficiency and how to manage the change to get there.
- Obtain a Six Sigma Black Belt* at the completion of the certificate.
- Complete the certificate in less than one year.
- Evening classes allow you to attend after work.
- Choose to attend class online or at Whitworth's U-District location.
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Course Format | Online or in person; one evening per week from 6-10 p.m. (no Saturdays) |
Location Options | Online U-District |
Average Completion Time | 9 months |
Start Date | Every August |
Cost | For-credit cost: $565 per credit.** Course materials provided at no extra cost. $6,780 for the 12-credit series Certificate-only cost (non-credit): $3,600 for the series; books not included |
Eligibility | Available to School of Continuing Studies students & adult community members (23 and above). |
**Anticipated tuition rate for the 2023-24 academic year; certificate courses can be audited for a reduced cost if credits are not needed, with purchase of course materials.
Certificate Requirements - 12 Credits
BU 361 | Lean Management | Six Sigma Yellow Belt* Learn to streamline business processes through the application of Six Sigma principles to create globally competitive business entities. This course takes concepts beyond the factory floor to service and retail environments. |
3 credits |
MA 256 | Elementary Probability & Statistics Descriptive statistics, probability, probability distributions, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, correlation and regression. (Statistics courses transferred from other institutions may be considered for substitution.) |
3 credits |
BU 314 | Introduction to Operations Management | Six Sigma Green Belt* Examine concepts, processes and methods of managing and controlling operations in any organizational setting at the introductory level. Discuss current issues such as 8 wastes, supply chain strategy, quality plans and systems thinking. |
3 credits |
BU 331 | Project Management | Six Sigma Black Belt* This course discusses the factors necessary for successful project management and Six Sigma mastery. Course topics include project management concepts, needs identification, project organizations, project communications, project planning, scheduling, control and associated costs. Project management software will be an integral part of the course. |
3 credits |