Certificate
Download PDFThis certificate is for individuals who wish to own or operate a small business. Emphasis is on the hands-on skills needed to operate a successful business enterprise. All of the courses can be applied toward an A.A.S. degree in Individual Studies. Many of the courses can be used in other business-related degree programs.
Goal 1 To prepare students to own or operate a small business
- Graduates secure a job in the field of business.
- Graduates seeking further education transfer to a degree program.
Goal 2 To prepare the students to interact effectively within a diverse business population
- Students will interact effectively within a diverse student population by working collaboratively.
Goal 3 To prepare the student to communicate effectively
- Students will communicate appropriately with instructors and peers through written or oral assignments.
Goal 4 To train students to solve business problems
- Students will demonstrate the use of technology as a problem solving tool.
- Students will understand basic bookkeeping practices and be able to calculate price margins, markups and business ratios.
Goal 5 To prepare students to gather, organize, manage, and interpret data
- Students will demonstrate a knowledge of financial and market information and resources available to small business owners.
Goal 6 To prepare students to demonstrate information literacy
- Students will use traditional and contemporary information technology.
- Students will identify, access, and appropriately use authoritative sources of information.
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(a) Program Electives include: Any AC, BM (above 101), or IS course other than those already required in the program. BM294 Business Internship substitutes for two business electives.
(b) Business Management Electives include: BM254 Human Resources Management OR BM264 Professional Selling.