Accounting Technology Certificate (Graduate)

Gain the skills to stay ahead in a rapidly changing field with the Accounting Technology Graduate Certificate in Temple University’s Fox School of Business. Designed for those with a background in accounting, this online nine-credit graduate certificate program prepares students to navigate the evolving landscape of digital tools and innovations impacting the accounting field. Students dive into the dramatic impact technology tools currently have and will have on the public accounting industry and within corporate accounting departments.  

Why study accounting technology in the Fox School of Business and Management?

As emerging technologies transform the accounting profession, this certificate program equips students with the tools to strengthen their technical abilities. Students in the Accounting Technology Graduate Certificate explore how technologies like generative AI, robotic process automation (RPA), data visualization and enterprise systems are redefining the future of accounting. This graduate certificate offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience with widely used tools such as Alteryx, UiPath, Power BI and Tableau.  

This certificate program is designed for lifelong learners looking to enhance their accounting careers. The graduate certificate program is also an effective path towards earning Fox’s Master of Accountancy program

Program Format & Curriculum 

The graduate certificate program is delivered online in the evening and can be completed in two consecutive semesters or take one course each semester until completed—making it ideal for working professionals in the field. 

The following three courses are required. 

  • Advanced Data Analytics and Innovation in Accounting 
  • Enterprise Systems and Data Analytics 
  • Generative AI 

Tuition & Fees

In keeping with Temple’s commitment to access and affordability, this Graduate Certificate offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. These tuition costs apply to the 2024–2025 academic year.

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Out-of-state: [node:field_tuprog_tuition_nonresident] per credit

You can view the full cost of attendance breakdown on the Student Financial Services website.

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Additional Program Information

Available online.