The Small Business Management Certificate is designed for the entrepreneur who wants to start and own a small business. Through this certificate students will learn how to successfully finance, market, and operate a local or e-commerce business. This certificate provides the fundamental knowledge necessary to launch a business through proper planning and sound managerial principles.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates will:

Analyze promotional strategies for various companies and products.
Demonstrate the effective use of computer software applications to perform office functions related to business administration.

Major Courses

BUS 110 Introduction to Business (3 Credit Hours)
BUS 125 Personal Finance (3 Credit Hours)
BUS 230 Small Business Management (3 Credit Hours)
MKT 120 Principles of Marketing (3 Credit Hours)
OST 137 Office Applications I (3 Credit Hours)
BUS 217 Employment Law and Regs (3 Credit Hours)

Total Program Hours: 18

Note(s):

The credits obtained from this certificate may be applied toward the Associate Degree in Business Administration-General or Business Administration-Human Resources Management.

This certificate is issued by Gaston College and is not associated with third-party certifications.

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