Small Business Development Basics (SBD1)  Technical Certificate of Credit

(Prerequisite: Provisional Admission) Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today's rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills, job acquisition skills and communication, job retention skills, job advancement skills, professional image skills, personal finance, problem-solving, and diversity.

(Prerequisites: None) (Co-requisites: None) The course emphasizes employability and professional skills for students entering the workforce in a variety of business settings. Topics include job acquisition skills, interview techniques, computer application skills, cash management, legal aspects of using credit, and personal finance.

Provides students with the fundamentals of basic business skills used in the customer service environment. Topics include: introduction to business correspondence, basic business calculations, change management, managing multiple tasks and priorities, and tolls for team problem-solving and service improvement.

(Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course provides aspiring entrepreneurs with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to successfully launch and manage a small business. Students will learn the fundamental principles of entrepreneurship while developing confidence and expertise to transform their business ideas into viable ventures.

(Prerequisite: Program Admission) This course equips small business owners and entrepreneurs with the essential skills to effectively leverage social media platforms for business growth while maintaining professional standards and protecting their digital assets. Students will learn to navigate the complex landscape of social media communications, developing strategies that build brand awareness, engage customers, and drive business results in a safe and secure environment.