Government Accounting (Graduate Certificate)
Program Summary
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Credits: 12 total
Degree: Graduate Certificate
College/School: Costello College of Business
Start Date: 8/25/2025
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Program Description
Improve your government financial management knowledge with a graduate certificate in government accounting from the Costello College of Business at George Mason University.
Better understand the expansive nature of government accounting and gain greater confidence in your career.
George Mason University’s graduate certificate in government accounting, in partnership with Kearney & Company, is an opportunity for you to acquire education in the field of government accounting with a federal government emphasis. Courses in the certificate program will also help prepare you to sit for the Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) exam sponsored by the Association of Government Accountants (AGA).
Careers
Career Opportunities
To learn more about the Impact of the Costello College of Business accounting programs on recent alumni, click here.
The CCB Career services team offers lifetime services to all current students and alumni of the MS in Accounting program, including resume and cover letter reviews, salary negotiation, navigating online job boards, networking, mock interviews, etc. Contact the Costello College of Business Career Services today.
Courses
Program requirements are subject to change; please refer to the Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.
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Details
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Tuition and Financial Aid
For the most accurate and up-to-date tuition rates, fees, and financial aid options, please visit our College of Business Graduate Tuition & Financial Aid page.
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Contact
The Graduate Admissions Team at the Costello College of Business at George Mason University is here to support you through every step of your admissions journey.
Reach out to us with your questions. If you have worked with any of our staff members previously, please contact them directly.
General Inquiries can always be directed to 703-993-8006 or [email protected].
