Global Management & Decision Making, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

Saint Louis University’s post-baccalaureate certificate in global management and decision-making prepares professionals to lead and make sound decisions in an increasingly interconnected business environment. The program in the Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business emphasizes ethical, data-driven decision-making while building an understanding of how global dynamics, operations and technology shape modern organizations. Students learn to connect global dynamics with local practices, equipping them to navigate uncertainty and drive organizational success in diverse contexts. 

Through case analysis, simulations, and applied learning experiences, students strengthen their ability to analyze problems, communicate insights clearly and collaborate effectively in team settings. As part of SLU’s Professional MBA program, the certificate offers a flexible, high-impact pathway for working professionals to build globally relevant leadership capabilities while progressing toward a broader graduate business education.

Admission Requirements

The Chaifetz School uses a holistic admissions approach to carefully evaluate all applicants, considering every aspect of their application. While an undergraduate degree is required for admission, a business background is not. Applicants may be required to submit their:

• Completed online application
• Transcript(s) from all previously attended institutions
• 1-2 letters of recommendation
• Résumé/CV

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis once all application materials are received. The average time for admissions decisions is two weeks.

Tuition

Additional charges may apply. Other resources are listed below:

Information on Tuition and Fees

Miscellaneous Fees

Information on Summer Tuition

Scholarships and Financial Aid

For more information about Saint Louis University scholarships and financial aid, please visit the Office of Student Financial Services.

Accreditation

The Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the world’s largest business education alliance and accrediting body of business schools, ensuring continuous quality improvement in terms of curriculum, instructional resources, student selection, career placement and intellectual contributions and qualifications of the faculty. Approximately 5% of business schools worldwide have achieved AACSB accreditation. 

• Graduates will develop a strategic level understanding of the key functions of business — accounting, economics, finance, international business, management, marketing, operations and statistics.
• Graduates will analyze problems, make decisions, and present results, both individually and as part of teams and groups, using vehicles such as problem and case analysis, integrated modules and live consulting opportunities.
• Graduates will understand, recognize and evaluate ethical decision-making styles/approaches.
• Graduates will be able to identify global trends and local practices and evaluate their impacts on organizations.
• Graduates will develop oral and written business communication and teamwork skills through a variety of methods such as case studies, simulations, experiential learning and presentations.

Continuation Standards

Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.

This roadmap is just one example of a semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. There are other plans students can and do take. The plan of study for each particular student is established in consultation with each student’s academic advisor; this roadmap does not replace academic advising appointments.

Roadmap notes:

• This Roadmap assumes full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.
• Courses/Milestones marked with an “!” are critical and must be completed in the semester listed in the Roadmap to ensure a timely graduation.
• Course availability and sequencing are subject to change.

For additional admission questions, please contact:

Chaifetz Business Programs Office
Graduate Business Admission Team
314-977-3800
gradbiz@slu.edu