The 12-credit Graduate Certificate in Accounting for Government
Contracts, in partnership with Unanet, is taught online and provides an
opportunity for students to acquire education in the field of government
accounting with a federal government contracting emphasis. George Mason is
uniquely situated in the federal government space. Additionally, courses in the
certificate program will also help prepare students to sit for the Certified
Government Financial Manager (CGFM) exams sponsored by the Association
of Government Accountants (AGA).
Courses taken in the Graduate Certificate in Accounting for Government
Contracts can be applied towards the Master of Science in Accounting.
Currently, this certificate does not qualify for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Admissions
All students registering for School of Business graduate courses must have graduate standing. Non-degree student status is not available.
Full eligibility and admission requirements can be viewed on the program website.
Policies
Graduate level courses offered by the School of Business cannot be audited.
For policies governing all graduate certificates, please see AP.6.8 Requirements for Graduate Certificates.
Certificate Requirements
Total credits: 12
This certificate may be pursued on a part-time basis only.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 621 | GovCon Acquisition Regulations and Reporting | 3 |
| ACCT 623 | Project Accounting and Cost Management | 3 |
| ACCT 624 | GovCon Business Systems and Control | 3 |
| ACCT 625 | GovCon Audit and Compliance | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |