Business Administration, Certificate of Achievement
The Business Administration Certificate of Achievement prepares students for an entry-level business administration role in a small business. It is also an excellent way for self-made business professionals to add key formal business elements to their skill sets in accounting, business law, human resources, leadership, management, marketing and personal finance. This certificate may be completed entirely online. Students planning to transfer to a university to earn a bachelor’s degree should consider the Business Administration 2.0 Associate in Science for Transfer degree.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Identify and explain multiple aspects of business and the relationships among them.
- Apply specific small business operational skills in the areas of entrepreneurship, human resources, leadership, marketing or personal finance.
Certificate of Achievement Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Certificate of Achievement in Business Fundamentals | 18-20 | |
| Introduction to Business (3 Units) * | ||
| Business Communication (3 Units) | ||
| Business Law (3 Units) * | ||
Select two quantitative courses from the following (6-8 Units): | ||
| Financial Accounting (4 Units) * | ||
| Managerial Accounting (4 Units) * | ||
| Basic Accounting (3 Units) | ||
| QuickBooks Online Accounting (3 Units) | ||
Select one course from the following (3 Units): | ||
| The American Economic System (3 Units) | ||
| Principles of Economics: Macro (3 Units) * | ||
| Principles of Economics: Micro (3 Units) * | ||
| Introduction to Critical Thinking (3 Units) | ||
| *NOTE: If you are considering transferring to a 4-year university, you need to take BUSI 1, 3A, 3B, 4 and either ECON 2 or 4 | ||
| Select one of the following concentrations: | 9-16 | |
| Select one course from the following (2 units required): | 2 | |
| Professional and Essential Skills | ||
| Career-Focused Work Experience | ||
| Exploratory Work Experience | ||
| Service Learning Work Experience | ||
| TOTAL MAJOR UNITS (Business Administration Certificate Requirements) | 29-38 | |
Business Administration Certificates of Achievement Concentrations
This certificate is stackable, students may earn multiple certificates to build their resume while completing the Business Administration Certificate or Associate's Degree. After completing the required core courses, students may petition to earn the Business Fundamentals Certificate of Achievement. After completing the courses associated with a concentration, students may to petition for additional Certificates of Achievement for any concentration completed (Business Technology, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Leadership, Marketing, or Personal Finance Certificate). Completion of the Business Fundamentals Certificate of Achievement plus one concentration also allows a student to petition for the Business Administration Certificate. Meet with an MPC counselor to map your educational plan and petition for each certificate.
Business Technology Concentration
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select five (5) courses from the following: | 14-16 | |
| QuickBooks Online Accounting (3 Units) | ||
| Marketing in the Digital Era (3 Units) | ||
| Computer Information Systems (3 Units) | ||
| MS Office Applications and MS Office Applications Lab (3 Units with CSIS 50/50L) | ||
| Introduction to Computer Hardware/A+ Prep (4 Units) | ||
| Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 1 (3 Units) | ||
| Network Security Fundamentals/Security+ Prep (3 Units) | ||
| Project Development (2 Units) | ||
| Total Units | 14-16 | |
Entrepreneurship/Small Business Concentration
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select five (5) courses from the following: | 15 | |
| Financial Analysis for Entrepreneurs (3 Units) | ||
| Small Business Management (3 Units) | ||
| Entrepreneurial Mindset (3 Units) | ||
| Entrepreneurial Start-up Ventures (3 Units) | ||
| Professional Selling (3 Units) | ||
| Introduction to Marketing (3 Units) | ||
| Marketing in the Digital Era (3 Units) | ||
| Customer Service (3 Units) | ||
| Creative Brand Management (3 Units) | ||
| Total Units | 15 | |
Human Resources Concentration
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete three (3) required courses: | 9 | |
| Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (3 Units) | ||
| Organizational Management (3 Units) | ||
| Human Resources Management (3 Units) | ||
| Total Units | 9 | |
Leadership Concentration
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete five (5) required courses: | 15 | |
| Effective Leadership (3 Units) | ||
| Business Ethics (3 Units) | ||
| Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (3 Units) | ||
| Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women in Business Leadership (3 Units) | ||
| Organizational Management (3 Units) | ||
| Total Units | 15 | |
Marketing Concentration
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete four (4) required courses: | 12 | |
| Introduction to Marketing (3 Units) | ||
| Marketing in the Digital Era (3 Units) | ||
| Customer Service (3 Units) | ||
| Creative Brand Management (3 Units) | ||
| Total Units | 12 | |
Personal Finance Concentration
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete five (5) required courses: | 16 | |
| BUSI 3A | Financial Accounting (4 Units) | |
| BUSI 43 | Financial Analysis for Entrepreneurs (3 Units) | |
| BUSI 60 | Financial Planning and Money Management (3 Units) | |
| BUSI 62 | Stocks, Bonds, and Investing (3 Units) | |
| BUSI 64 | Customer Service (3 Units) | |
| Total Units | 16 | |
Please refer to the program requirements section of the Catalog for information about associate degree requirements and certificate requirements including Information Competency, and General Education requirements.
The model sequence of coursework below is one pathway for students to complete the program. The information below is not an official educational plan. An MPC Counselor can assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling and up-to-date program requirements.
Suggested Course Sequence
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summer Prior | Units | |
| BUSI 1 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUSI 4 | Business Law | 3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Fall | ||
| BUSI 3A or BUSI 12A | Financial Accounting or Basic Accounting | 3-4 |
| ECON 1 | The American Economic System or Principles of Economics: Macro or Principles of Economics: Micro or Introduction to Critical Thinking | 3 |
| Select 2 courses from 1 of the following concentrations not previously completed in the core courses: 1 | 5-7 | |
Business Technology | ||
Entrepreneurship | ||
Human Resources | ||
Leadership | ||
Marketing | ||
Personal Finance | ||
| Units | 11-14 | |
| Spring | ||
| Select courses to complete the requirements of the chosen concentration not previously completed in the core courses: 1 | 3-10 | |
Business Technology | ||
Entrepreneurship | ||
Human Resources | ||
Leadership | ||
Marketing | ||
Personal Finance | ||
| BUSI 2 | Business Communication | 3 |
| BUSI 3A | Financial Accounting or Managerial Accounting or Basic Accounting or QuickBooks Online Accounting | 3-4 |
| WORK 96 | Professional and Essential Skills or Service Learning Work Experience or Exploratory Work Experience or Career-Focused Work Experience | 2 |
| Units | 11-19 | |
| Total Units | 29-38 | |
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Complete requirements of at least one concentration. Courses may be counted as both core requirements and concentration requirements, but all concentration and core requirements must be completed.
MPC “Ready to Work” Career Education programs offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills needed for employment and job advancement.
All students should consult with a Counselor to discuss career pathways, for support with career exploration and planning, and to create a personalized education plan to help them meet their academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling services provided by MPC and to connect with a Counselor.
Additional resources are available through MPC’s Career & Transfer Resource Center (CTRC). The CTRC offers career resources, workshops, guidance and referrals. Visit the CTRC for support finding online career information and other resources to explore majors, occupations, and employment information.