Graduate Certificates

Man smiles in ISU tshirt with trees in the backgroundA graduate certificate provides a mechanism for bestowing formal recognition of focused graduate study in a specialized area that is less comprehensive than required for a master’s degree. At Iowa State University, a graduate certificate may be earned either before, after, or concurrently with the masters or doctoral degree. As such, the standards of admission and the standards to which a certificate student is held are equivalent to those expected of a master’s student. We offer two graduate certificates out of the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business, the Seed Science and Technology Certificate and the Seed Business Management Certificate.

Graduate Certificate Specialty

Seed Science and Technology

This certificate is intended for individuals with a business background who want to understand the technical side of their industry in greater depth so they can better apply their knowledge, skills, and experience.

Seed Science and Technology Certificate Details

Seed Business Management

This certificate provides students with core graduate-level management and leadership skills that will enable them to better serve seed and agricultural biotechnology businesses, regulatory agencies, customers, and stakeholders in an increasingly complex environment. 

Seed Business Management Certificate Details

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Schedule a meeting with Lori Youngberg, STB Program Coordinator, today!