Global Advanced Finance Certificate
Taught by world-renowned Booth finance faculty, this certificate awards Chicago Booth alumni status upon completion of six finance and strategy electives over two years.
Apply Anytime
Apply and begin your journey at any time.
Location/Format
Hybrid
Investment Fee (in USD)
$72,000 USD
Questions? Connect with our enrollment advisors.
Apply Anytime
Admissions are conducted on a rolling basis
Location/Format
Hybrid
Investment Fee (in USD)
$72,000 USD
Questions? Connect with our enrollment advisors.
The Global Advanced Finance Certificate is designed for experienced executives looking to strengthen their financial decision-making and broaden their strategic leadership capabilities.
Through flexible electives taught by Booth’s world-class faculty and industry experts, you’ll gain the frameworks and tools to make smarter financial decisions, drive innovation, and create lasting organizational impact. Upon completion, you’ll earn Booth alumni status and join a global network of accomplished leaders recognized for their analytical rigor, strategic thinking, and business insight.
Gain in-depth insights into the certificate's structure, benefits, and how it can help you strengthen your financial strategy and leadership impact. By attending, you will:
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Learn how the curriculum prepares you to solve complex business challenges.
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Discover how strategy, financing, investing, and operating activities drive firm value.
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Understand the certificate structure and key learning outcomes.
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Hear from a recent participant about how they are applying Booth frameworks in practice.
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Explore the benefits of Chicago Booth alumni status.
Session Date and Time
January date forthcoming
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for senior executives involved in making strategic financial decisions for their organization. Participants include senior finance and investment executives, business owners, and other strategic decision makers.
Download the program brochure for in-depth insights into who should attend, participant profiles, and the ideal candidate.
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Why Attend
Designed for experienced executives, the certificate helps you strengthen your financial strategy, sharpen your decision-making, and expand your leadership impact. Through a flexible, multidisciplinary curriculum taught by Booth’s world-class faculty and industry experts, you’ll gain the frameworks and tools to lead with confidence and drive meaningful growth.
A Curriculum Tailored to Your Goals
Customize your learning journey with courses that align with your career ambitions and development objectives. Apply new frameworks between sessions and deepen your learning through personalized, one-on-one mentorship that connects program content directly to your leadership goals.
Multidisciplinary Curriculum
Take an interdisciplinary approach that connects finance, strategy, and leadership. Build the analytical and strategic frameworks to make informed decisions, strengthen valuation expertise, and drive sustainable growth across your organization.
Learn from World-Renowned Booth Faculty
Study with the same distinguished Chicago Booth finance faculty who teach in the MBA and master’s programs. Many electives also feature industry experts and alumni panels, bringing Booth’s insights to life through real-world perspectives.
Flexibility for Busy Executives
Designed with your schedule in mind, GAFC requires only one week away from work at a time for in-person electives, with select online options available for added convenience. You can begin the program at any point during the year.
A Global Perspective
Join a truly international learning community. Engage with peers and industry leaders from around the world, with electives offered at Booth’s campuses in Chicago, London, and Hong Kong.
Lifelong Connection and Recognition
Gain Chicago Booth alumni status, and join a global network of accomplished leaders through Chicago Booth Alumni and Executive Education communities.
Strengthen your expertise in financial strategy and apply it within a broader management context through enduring frameworks and practical tools that help you navigate complex business challenges and lead with clarity and confidence.
Because your experience is shaped by your elective choices, your learning outcomes may include the ability to:
- Apply an interdisciplinary approach that connects finance, strategy, and leadership.
- Master frameworks for executing mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
- Deepen your understanding of capital markets, corporate finance, and emerging business trends.
- Strengthen your foundation in finance and accounting fundamentals to make data-driven strategic decisions.
- Apply insights from behavioral economics to enhance organizational decision-making.
- Drive innovation and sustainable growth across your organization.
- Sharpen your ability to evaluate corporate and business strategy decisions with a long-term perspective.
Electives: Chart Your Own Course
Participants design their journey by selecting six electives that align with their professional goals. In addition to Chicago-based courses, some electives are offered online and at our global campuses in London and Hong Kong, giving you the opportunity to broaden your perspective and expand your network.
Once accepted, you'll work with an enrollment advisor to select a track of six electives that fit your unique learning objectives.
Electives are held in Chicago unless otherwise noted.
- Finance and Accounting for Strategic Decision-Making
- The Executive Finance Program
- The Executive Program for Prospective CFOs
- The Accelerated Valuation Program
- Portfolio Management—Offered in London, Hong Kong, and Chicago
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Executive Program in Corporate Strategy
- Pricing for Profitability
- Strategic Organizational Management
- The Executive Development Program for Private Companies
- Executive Decision-Making and Negotiations
- Advanced Strategy Program—Live-Online
- Behavioral Economics—Online
Past Participant Insights
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Each elective offered practical applications that leaders can begin using from day one. The curriculum reinforced my foundation in financial topics and allowed me to immediately apply more rigorous business valuation techniques.
The Executive Decision-Making and Negotiations elective, in particular, enhanced my ability to navigate the human side of deal-making and sharpened my negotiation skills. The blend of structured frameworks, case studies, and strategic discussions helped me ask better questions as a leader and identify new pathways for organizational growth.
Overall, the certificate exceeded my expectations. The return on investment is undeniable—the more engaged you are, the more value you gain."
—Hitesh Patadia, Founder and CEO, Gas Ops IQ
Admissions, Application Requirements, and Alumni Status
This certificate requires a successful application to be considered eligible for program acceptance. Ensure all required fields are completed accurately to avoid delays in processing. Once admission requirements are met and acceptance is confirmed, candidates can begin their electives right away.
To apply for the certificate, candidates submit an application that includes:
- Resume or CV
- Letter of recommendation from sponsoring organization’s executive management (or equivalent professional reference if self-sponsoring)
- Commitment form signed by you and a member of your sponsoring organization.
Once your application has been received in full, the Booth team may schedule an interview. View GAFC admission and program FAQs here.
This program requires a successful application to be considered eligible for program acceptance. Ensure all required fields are completed accurately to avoid delays in processing. View GAFC sample application here.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will also be granted Chicago Booth alumni status and join a powerful global network. With more than 56,000 alumni living and leading in 120 countries, Booth’s MBA alumni community extends around the globe and into every industry and function.
You'll receive select alumni benefits, gaining access to professional growth and lifelong learning opportunities. View select Chicago Booth alumni benefits here.
We want you to feel confident and informed when applying. We recommend you view the policy before begining your application. View GAFC's payment policy here.
Download Brochure
Download the program brochure for in-depth insights on who should attend, a schedule preview, past participant profiles, location highlights, networking opportunities, and what to expect. When doing so, you’ll also receive an editable justification letter to help you make the case to your employer for your attendance.
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