Gwynedd Mercy University 2025-2026 University Catalog 173
• After acceptance of the dissertation in electronic form and through Oral Defense, the student must submit a bound copy and two electronic copies on flash drives to Keiss Library.
• The student must also submit form IRB 011, Research Completion Report, to the Institutional Review Board( IRB). After receiving form IRB 011, the IRB will issue a letter of receipt to the student for presentation to the Dissertation Advisor.
When the student has met all of the above requirements, the Program Director shall submit a written statement to the Dean attesting that the student has done so and is eligible to graduate. The student must formally apply for graduation with the Office of the Registrar. At graduation, a Doctoral Hood is conferred, pursuant to centuries-old tradition.
Course of Study and Curriculum Sequence for All Leadership Options: See Program Handbook for course of study and suggested curriculum sequence for each degree and certification.
BUSINESS PROGRAM CERTIFICATES Program Name: Graduate Business Program Certificates Degree: Certificate Options: Healthcare Administration; Leadership; Strategic Management Program Modality: Online Program Director: TBD
Program Description: The Graduate Business Program Certificates are designed to meet the needs of a variety of business professionals. The overall aim of the Graduate Business Program Certificates is to offer business leaders a distinctive credential for competitive markets. The Certificate in Healthcare Administration will help professionals gain the skills to meet the challenges of today ' s health care systems while pursuing innovative solutions for tomorrow. The Certificate in Leadership is designed to refine leadership skills for managers, supervisors, and future executives. The Certificate in Strategic Management is designed to give managers the skills to effectively develop and implement a competitive strategic plan. The certificate focuses on the key disciplines that impact an organization’ s strategic advantage.
For Major Requirements, see Program Handbook and Curriculum Sheets
Requirements: Certificate Coursework 12 credits The graduate business course prerequisites are offered as one credit courses. Each prerequisite is completed prior to the corresponding Certificate course. A certificate student will complete the prerequisites if they have not completed the undergraduate coursework in any of the required business subjects.
Course Requirements: Certificate in Health Care Administration— 12 credits MBA 610 Strategic Management MBA 730 Healthcare Budgeting, Planning and Finance MBA 740 Managing Healthcare Delivery Systems MBA 750 Healthcare Information Systems
Certificate in Leadership— 12 credits