Graduate Certificate in Financial Risk Management — Boston

The Graduate Certificate in Financial Risk Management will provide students with a greater understanding of financial systems as well as how to manage risks, assets, and liabilities in meeting corporate goals.

Boston, MA Online

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Enrollment
Full-Time, Part-Time
Entry Terms
Fall, Spring, Summer
Completion Time
6-12 Months
F1 Visa Eligible
Yes
Program Type
Classroom

Overview

As financial sectors converge and competition intensifies, institutions need professionals who can manage risk end to end and adapt quickly. This certificate strengthens your ability to make sound financial decisions, align risk with strategy, and navigate both U.S. and international financial systems.

What You'll Learn

  • Quantify how accounting choices affect performance and reporting.
  • Manage risks, assets, and liabilities to support corporate goals.
  • Understand the structure and role of domestic and global financial institutions.
  • Build client and partner relationships that support the design and marketing of financial products.

Who It's For

Professionals in brokerage, investment or commercial banking, insurance, or real estate.

Career Prospects

Occupation Avg. Annual Salary Annual Growth Rate Growth Outlook Sources
Investment Fund Managers $166,050 1.16% Growing U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
Financial and Investment Analysts $108,790 0.44% Steady BLS
Financial Risk Specialists $103,020 0.00% Steady BLS
Credit Counselors $63,990 0.23% Steady BLS
Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents $100,390 0.00% Steady BLS
Personal Financial Advisors $137,740 2.13% Growing BLS

Program Curriculum

For details on required courses, concentrations, and electives, please consult the current academic catalog.

Cost and Tuition

$14.7K*

Tuition

Estimated Total Tuition

This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025-2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.

For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.

Application Deadlines

Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis; however, we do recommend the application guidelines below to ensure you can begin during your desired start term:

Domestic Application Guidelines

International Application Guidelines*

*International deadlines are only applicable if the program is F1 compliant.

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