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Program facts 
Explore a career in general business with this certificate program. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to seek entry-level to mid-management positions in office administration, sales, customer service, operations.
Classes focus on developing your skills and experience in leadership, management, finance, and strategy. Enrolling in this program is the next step for growth in your current career or putting yourself on a new career path. Our faculty are experts in the business field with many years of management experience. You will work in groups on projects that will allow you to really learn how to be a great group member and expand your leadership and management skills to achieve company goals efficiently and effectively.
This program is available in an accelerated Fast Track format, giving you added flexibility, and a great start this fall. Or join our fully online program that will allow you to honor your commitments and get your education.
Credit earned for this certificate can be applied to the Business Administration A.A.S. degree.
This 21 credit-hour certificate program is designed for those students who wish to further explore the specific qualifications and requirements necessary for entry-level to mid-management positions.
The Associate in Applied Science in Business Administration includes a specialized study area for Management. Please refer to Business Administration in this section of the catalog if you are interested in pursuing a degree in this discipline.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| ACC 216 | Employment Law | 3 |
| MGT 111 | Introduction to Business Organization | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| MGT 150 | Business Math | |
Math Competency 1 | ||
| MGT 205 | Leadership | 3 |
| MGT 270 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MGT 280 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| MGT 291 | Strategic Management | 3 |
| Total Hours | 21 | |
The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with Math Competency. See Math Competency options for information. Students who utilize Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour elective. See full list of AAS General Education electives.
For more information about studying business at Harper College, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.