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"The UCLA Extension certificate program helped me to achieve my goals, including obtaining my CPA license… and the networking opportunities opened many professional doors for me. Professors are incredibly well-versed with the subject matter, and made it interesting and interactive. Today I am in private practice. I highly recommend UCLA Extension's program."
— ANITA
Accounting Certificate
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— PUNITA
Fundraising Certificate
"I'm 7 courses along the path towards a Finance Certificate and I feel like I've learned more skills and concepts that actually make a difference in my life and career than I did in my 4 years of undergrad. The breadth of classes is almost overwhelming, I can see myself taking UCLA courses for many years to come, even after this certificate."
— CHARLIE
Finance Certificate
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