Business Administration Certificate (BUC)

This program offers a broad array of courses, exposing students to the skills and knowledge needed for a business career. It is a great option for those who have a limited amount of time to attain an education, would like a background in business, or would like to explore business before pursuing a degree in it.

Campus/format: This program can be completed during the day or evening at the Gardner or Leominster Campus.

Helpful hints: More advanced CIS or MAT selections may be substituted on approval of the division dean.

Students must spend additional time outside of class completing assignments. It is not advisable for full-time students to work full-time.

Transfer options: Some courses in this program may be applied to MWCC’s Business Administration—Career Degree and the Business Administration—Transfer Degree. Consult with your academic advisor.

Special requirements: Technical standards must be met with or without accommodations.

Career options: Graduates can pursue entry-level positions in business. Those who continue their education can pursue higher-level careers.

Earning potential: Varies according to industry and education level.

Technical Standards*

*general information about technical standards and accommodation.

Students entering these programs must be able to demonstrate the ability to:

1. Comprehend textbook material at the 11th grade level.
2. Communicate and assimilate information either in spoken, printed, signed, or computer voice format.
3. Gather, analyze, and draw conclusions from data.
4. Manipulate small items such as a mouse or keyboard.
5. Read data from a computer screen.
6. Sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.