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H. Wayne Huizenga
College of Business and Entrepreneurship

Gain the knowledge and qualifications you need to reach new heights in the accounting profession. Elevate your accounting career with a flexible course schedule and be ready for what’s next in your field and career.

 

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Quick Facts

Curriculum

Complete your Graduate Certificate in Public Accounting at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) in as little as 12 months. The certificate program is 18 total credits.

Start Dates
The Graduate Certificate in Public Accounting is available to start in August, January, and May.
Delivery Options
Classes are offered on limited weeknights at the Fort Lauderdale/Davie campus or online (asynchronous).
Tuition
Visit the Tuition and Fees page for more information.
Application Deadline
Varies according to the calendar. Refer to the Graduate Admissions page for application deadlines.
CPA Eligibility
All courses have been approved by the State of Florida for upper-division accounting hours and meet eligibility guidelines to become a certified public accountant in Florida.

Tuition Assistance for NSU Business Programs

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Employer Tuition Assistance Program

NSU Business partners with more than 135 local and national organizations to offer discounted employee tuition of up to 20% through our employer tuition program.

Find Out if Your Company Participates
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NSU Alumni Tuition Discount

NSU alumni are eligible for a tuition award of 20% off any graduate business degree. Alumni also receive an application fee waiver and access to a dedicated adviser to assist throughout the admission process.

Alumni Tuition Discount Information

Graduate Certificate in Public Accounting Curriculum

Required Courses (18 Credits)

Credits

(ACT 5713
Accounting Theory
/Credits: 3)
(ACT 5721
Accounting Professional Ethics
/Credits: 3)
(ACT 5725
Financial Statement Analysis
/Credits: 3)
(ACT 5730
Accounting Analytics
/Credits: 3)
(TXX 5760
Survey of Taxation: Individuals, Entities, and Property
/Credits: 3)
(Elective
 
/Credits: 3)

For a full list of all course descriptions, visit coursewizard.nova.edu.

Current students: Please consult your Academic Adviser for program requirements or access SharkLink for your Degree Works audit. Program requirements are subject to change, and your academic adviser or Degree Works audit can provide you with the courses required for your catalog term.

Get a Head Start on Your Master’s Degree

Not only will you earn a valuable credential you can use now, but this certificate also lays the groundwork for your next degree. Apply qualified credits toward certain NSU Business master’s degree programs. 

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NSU Business Among Top Business Schools in the World

As an accredited member of AACSB International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, NSU’s H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship is recognized for the highest standard of achievement for business education, earned by less than 6% of the world's schools offering business degree programs. AACSB requires schools to meet standards of excellence in areas including teaching, research, curriculum development, and student learning.

Entering a program that complies with the highest accreditation standards in the world guarantees that you will learn advanced skills for high-level, long-term success in business and beyond.

The H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship graduate enrollment office is located in the Carl DeSantis Building in Suite 1115 on NSU's Fort Lauderdale-Davie campus in Davie, Florida. Click here for a map.

Phone: (954) 262-5067 or Toll-Free: 800-672-7223 x25067
Email: hcbeinfo@nova.edu

Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.