Online Flores Master of Business Administration Credit for Prior Learning
Save Money by Utilizing the Skills and Knowledge that You Can Already Prove
LSU Online is committed to helping our learners achieve their education goals quickly and affordably. Through Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), students will have the opportunity to earn college credit for learning done outside of the college classroom. This program is designed to save both time and money as there will be less coursework for you to complete. Whether you have financial certifications or hold a certificate from the Graduate School of Banking at LSU, we offer a variety of pathways to complete your Online Flores Master of Business Administration degree faster. This degree consistently ranks as one of the best online MBA programs by U.S. News and is designed with the flexibility for working professionals. See below for a detailed list of PLA certifications to see which ones you qualify for. Certifications may be eligible for 3-6 credits depending on the courses listed.
See the Potential Credits You May Qualify for Below
Professional
Amazon Cloud Practitioner Certification
This credential will count as 6 hours of credit. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
Amazon Developer Associate Certification
This credential will count as 6 hours of credit. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
Amazon Solutions Architect Associate Certification
This credential will count as 6 hours of credit. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
Amazon Solutions Architect Professional Certification
This credential will count as 6 hours of credit. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
AWS Cloud Practitioner MicroCred®
This credential will count as 3 hours of elective credit or can waive BADM 7050. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
Project Management Certificate
This credential will count as 6 hours of credit. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
Project Management with Agile Certificate
This credential will count as 6 hours of credit. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
This credential will count as 6 hours of credit. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
Certified Fintech Professional Certificate
This credential will count as 6 hours of credit. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Earn 6 credit hours that will replace two of the three courses below:
- BADM 7030 - Financial Accounting | 3 credit hours
- BADM 7060 - Cost Accounting | 3 credit hours
- BADM 7090 - Financial Management | 3 credit hours
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Earn 6 credit hours that will replace two of the three courses below:
- BADM 7030 - Financial Accounting | 3 credit hours
- BADM 7060 - Cost Accounting | 3 credit hours
- BADM 7090 - Financial Management | 3 credit hours
Graduate School of Banking at LSU
Earn 6 credit hours that will replace two of the three courses below:
- BADM 7030 - Financial Accounting | 3 credit hours
- BADM 7060 - Cost Accounting | 3 credit hours
- BADM 7090 - Financial Management | 3 credit hours
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Earn 6 credit hours that will replace the two courses below:
- BADM 7140 Legal Environment of Business | 3 credit hours
- One elective of your choice | 3 credit hours
Project Management Professional (PMP)
This credential will count as 6 hours of credit. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
SysOps Administrator Certification
This credential will count as 6 hours of credit. The specific course waivers will be determined on a per-student basis.
During the application process, please notify your Enrollment Concierge if any of these apply, and they will guide you through the evaluation process. Meeting the requirements for PLA does not guarantee admission to LSU Online. Ask your Concierge about specific admission requirements. They can be reached at 833-280-5634 or lsuonline@lsu.edu.
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