A variety of technology applications, including Duke's enterprise SAP system, support Duke's operations, core financial processes, and the safeguarding of Duke's resources. The Financial Systems Specialist certification is designed for Duke employees for whom the use of such systems is central to the successful fulfillment of job responsibilities. This program, with a significant focus on key technology applications, will develop a highly-qualified user of Duke primary financial systems, promote broader understanding of financial responsibilities, enhance the ability to ensure financial compliance with established policies and procedures, and provide a credential recognized and respected throughout the Duke community. Please note: The program is geared towards those who currently have responsibilities related to financial administration and it not designed to be a program for those in non-financial roles to gain experience with Duke’s core financial processes and systems.
Managers throughout Duke are encouraged to use their employee-participants in value-added roles by:
- Delegating additional work and responsibilities to the participant
- Supporting employee growth and development from certification
- Seeking new hires who have completed certification
Program Requirements
To achieve a Financial Systems Specialist certification, participants should allow 2-6 months to complete all course curriculums. The Financial Systems Specialist curriculum requires sequencing of courses in three groups. The required courses/skills and groupings are as follows:
For University Employees
Prerequisites
Group A
Must be completed below moving to Group B
Group B
For Health System Employees
Prerequisites
Group A
Must be completed below moving to Group B