# “MBA” Business Certificate Canonical URL: ## Overview Become a well-rounded business professional in this hands-on program. Developed by graduates of top business schools, our program will equip professionals with essential tools and concepts needed to thrive in today's competitive business environment, including some of the skills taught in MBA programs. (Note: this certificate is an "MBA-style" course, not an MBA degree.) This program covers a range of critical subjects, from project management and key financial processes to marketing strategies and data analysis using Microsoft Excel. By mastering these areas, you will gain a robust understanding of financial accounting, corporate finance fundamentals, and the necessary skills to manage projects and promote your business or organization. Additionally, the certificate program delves into the practical applications of generative AI, empowering participants to enhance workplace productivity. With the option to choose electives tailored to specific interests, learners can further refine their expertise and take their business acumen to the next level. This program is ideal for professionals seeking to elevate their careers and drive success in their organizations. ## What you'll learn - Master the critical tools and concepts to succeed in the business world. - Build skills in project management. - Learn key financial processes, including financial accounting and corporate finance fundamentals. - Develop marketing strategies to promote your business. - Use Microsoft Excel to manage and analyze data. - Leverage generative AI to become more productive in the workplace. - Take your business acumen to the next level with electives in your area of focus. ## Curriculum 1. **Project Management Level I** 2. **Project Management Level II** 3. **Intro to Financial Accounting & Financial Statements** 4. **Intermediate Financial Accounting** 5. **Excel Level I: Fundamentals** 6. **Excel Level II: Intermediate** 7. **Excel Level III: Advanced** 8. **Generative AI with ChatGPT** 9. **AI for Workplace Productivity with Microsoft Copilot** 10. **AI for Marketing Course** 11. **Financial Modeling Bootcamp** 12. **Python for Data Science Bootcamp** 13. **Tableau Bootcamp** 14. **Power BI Bootcamp** 15. **Google Analytics Bootcamp** 16. **Figma Bootcamp** 17. **PowerPoint Bootcamp** 18. **Stock Market Investing** 19. **SEO Bootcamp** 20. **Marketing Strategy** 21. **Intro to Corporate Finance** 22. **Data Analytics Foundations** 23. **Business Writing Bootcamp** 24. **Applied Leadership & Management Skills** 25. **SQL Bootcamp** 26. **ChatGPT Level 2** ## Instructors ### Dan Rodney — School Director, Instructor, & Senior Course Developer Dan Rodney has been a designer and web developer for over 20 years, creating coursework and leading innovative training initiatives at Noble Desktop. He teaches courses covering Figma, HTML & CSS, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Power BI. Dan has also been at the forefront of integrating AI into design and business workflows, spearheading Noble Desktop’s latest AI course offerings. In addition to teaching and curriculum development, he writes custom scripts for InDesign (Make Book Jacket, Proper Fraction Pro, and more) and works with automation and AI-driven tools in his free time. You can find Dan on X (Twitter), LinkedIn, Facebook, and at danrodney.com. Learn more about [Dan Rodney's](/dan-rodney) background and expertise. ### Richard Trybulski — Instructor Richard is the lead instructor for several finance courses, including Financial Accounting & Financial Statement Analysis, Stock Market Investing, and Financial Modeling, at Noble Desktop. Richard trained new Investment Bank and Private Equity hires, including at Bank of America and Houlihan Lokey, in Modeling Mergers & Acquisitions, Trading Comps, LBOs, DCF, and 3 Statement Financial modeling. He also taught graduate university courses in Accounting, Financial Derivatives (Futures, Options, and Swaps), Fixed Income Analytics, and Corporate Finance. He currently teaches undergraduate courses in Financial Management and Data Analytics at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT. Richard supported the Foreign Exchange Desk and Equity Desk at JP Morgan, worked as an equity research analyst at Malley Associates in NYC, developed Trade Capture Systems for Foreign Exchange and Bond Trading, and worked as a consultant, modeling/valuing real estate development (including corporate lease agreement analysis), and financial planning. Richard holds an MBA in Finance, was awarded the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) charter, the CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst) charter, and the CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification. ### Christophe Drayton — Instructor Christophe is the instructor for the UX & UI Design Certificate, Figma Advanced, and Generative AI courses at Noble Desktop, and the founder and Chief Design Officer of Kaaiind, which specializes in Applied Artificial Intelligence in the Creative field. With over 20 years in Branding, UX Design, and Accessibility across Europe and the US, Christophe has positively impacted the digital experience of a large spectrum of companies, ranging from big data to startups, government entities to nonprofits, both in the private and public sectors. As an Educator, Christophe has led transformative and award-winning UX programs at Thinkful, the City University of New York (CUNY), and the Brooklyn Public Library, which have opened doors for underrepresented groups in tech who have secured roles at top companies like Google, Uber, Citi, and IBM. Most recently, he has developed innovative curricula about AI in the workplace for the University of Phoenix, LinkedIn Learning, and Coursera. Today, he focuses on developing Allie, one of the first AI-powered, patent-pending color-blind safe and WCAG-compliant design system generators, while concluding his 5-year fundamental research on color vision deficiencies in digital environments. Christophe believes in hands-on, practical application of human-centered strategy and ethical and inclusive design. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge to inspire and empower the next generation of designers, especially those entering the field through nontraditional paths. ### Jerron Smith — Program Director & Senior Instructor Jerron has more than 25 years of experience working with graphics and video and expert-level certifications in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator along with an extensive knowledge of other animation programs like Cinema 4D, Adobe Animate, and 3ds Max. He has authored multiple books and video training series on computer graphics software such as: After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash (back when it was a thing). He has taught at the college level for over 20 years at schools such as NYCCT (New York City College of Technology), NYIT (The New York Institute of Technology), and FIT (The Fashion Institute of Technology). Learn more about [Jerron Smith's](/jerron-smith) background and expertise. ### Michael Suen — Instructor Michael is an independent designer and creative director. For over a decade, he has run the design studio Weirdo, helping early-stage startups and enterprise companies alike clarify their unique value proposition and meaningfully engage their customers. Drawing on his experience as a certified Design Sprint facilitator and former startup co-founder, Michael has worked side-by-side with leaders at LinkedIn, Bose, KonMari, Lovevery, IntelyCare, Hazel Health, and more to launch new brands, products, and services. His projects have been featured in the likes of _TechCrunch_, _The_ _Wall Street Journal_, and _NPR_, and won awards at South by Southwest and Games for Change. Prior to his position at Noble Desktop, Michael served as an adjunct professor at the City University of New York, where he co-created the user experience curriculum for their workforce training program. He has also taught user experience design at General Assembly and lectured on playful design at MIT and Haverford College. In his former lives, Michael covered arts and culture as a journalist, shipped award-winning educational games as a digital producer, and participated in two successful startup exits as a founding designer (SwitchUp acquired by Optimal in 2018, VocaliD acquired by Veritone in 2022). Raised in Hong Kong and educated in Vermont, he now lives in Queens, NY. ### Nicole McCullum — Instructor Nicole McCullum is the founder of Captivate Designs, a web design and internet marketing company that helps small businesses establish a professional web presence and generate leads and sales online. She has been involved in web design and internet marketing since 2004 when she founded her first business, a real estate school. Having marketed her first business via the internet with great results, Ms. McCullum decided that she can help other business owners get great results from the internet and she parlayed her experience into a web design and digital marketing company. Ms. McCullum helps her clients get exposure online and increase traffic to their websites through search engine optimization services and training. As a practitioner of SEO, Ms. McCullum has also worked as an SEO Consultant and SEO Trainer. Ms. McCullum has also trained both entrepreneurs and marketing professionals on how to execute a successful SEO strategy. ### J.J. Coleman — Instructor With over 25 years of expertise in digital marketing, J.J. is a recognized authority in the field, blending deep strategic insight with hands-on experience across a wide range of industries. His career includes impactful work with global brands such as American Express, AT&T, McGraw-Hill, Young & Rubicam Advertising, and The New York Times. Holding an MBA in Marketing from NYU’s Stern School of Business, J.J. has also served as an adjunct professor at Pace University, where he taught graduate-level marketing strategy. J.J. is currently the Managing Partner at Contagency, a digital-first agency known for its expert strategy, visionary design, analytical rigor, and results-driven brand growth. In addition to leading agency work, he is an accomplished educator, actively teaching and developing advanced digital marketing curricula for industry professionals. His courses span key areas such as performance marketing, social content marketing, analytics, brand strategy, and digital innovation—empowering the next generation of marketers with actionable skills and thought leadership. J.J. is a certified Meta and Google Ads expert and his agency, Contagency, is a Meta business partner. Passionate about value creation, problem-solving, and the intersection of marketing and technology, J.J. continues to drive meaningful change through education, innovation, and strategic execution. ## FAQ ### Does this certificate include job support? In addition to 96 hours of interactive training, you will receive eight 1-on-1 mentoring sessions that can be used for career and job support, including polishing your resume, preparing for interviews, and reviewing best practices for applying to jobs. Note, however, that we don’t provide job placement (i.e. reaching out to companies on your behalf). ### How do the electives work? After you register for this certificate, you can email hello@nobledesktop.com to sign up for up to 60 hours of free elective classes. You can choose whatever classes best fit your career goals. For example: Data Analytics: Python for Data Science Bootcamp, SQL Bootcamp, Power BI Bootcamp Finance: Financial Modeling Bootcamp, Stock Market Investing Marketing: AI for Marketing, SEO Bootcamp, Google Analytics Bootcamp ### Is this course open to beginners? Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required. ### Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course? Yes, this course is eligible for our installment plan or student financing. Learn more in the Tuition section above. ### Can I take this course online (remote learning)? Yes. This course is available online. See the course description and enrollment options for the training format and schedule. How do live-online sessions work? For live-online sessions, you attend at the scheduled class times (New York, Eastern Time). Attend remotely through Zoom with a live instructor. Hear the instruction, ask questions, and share your screen with the instructor. Use your computer’s microphone and speakers, or call the phone number we provide. You will need your own computer and any required software. See the course requirements for details. If you need assistance, contact us at hello@nobledesktop.com . ### What happens if I need to miss a session? You have some options: You can watch a recording of the session. We will provide any course materials. You can use your free retake to make up any missed class time. ### What’s included with my tuition? A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed A comprehensive program with 26 in-depth course modules designed to build your skills progressively Access to industry-standard software during your training Valuable 1-on-1 mentoring sessions outside of class to address your specific needs and career goals Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many cohorts and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience A 1-year free retake policy which allows students to retake any part of the course or program for free to refresh the materials and gain additional practice 30-day access to class recordings to review material at your own pace A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment Training from an institution licensed by the State of New York, New York State Education Department Attend up to 60 hours of electives based on your chosen focus. Choose your classes & dates after you register for the program. ### Are there any additional fees or expenses? There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us. ### Do you offer any discounts for this course? This program has a single package price. Additional discounts do not apply. ## Pricing **Tuition:** $3495 Payment options: Student financing available; see the current application terms, pay-as-you-go installments, and GI Bill accepted.