Small Business Management Certificate (SBC)

This program is a great option if you own your own business or are thinking of starting one. Learn the latest concepts in financing, staffing, organizing, and running a small business. Many enjoy the opportunities that come with owning their own business: the adventure, being their own boss, working in a field they enjoy and/or believe in, and fulfilling their own mission.

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

Helpful hints: 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 may be applied to MWCC’s Business Administration Career Degree and the Business Administration Transfer Degree. Consult with your academic adviser.

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

Career options: This program prepares students with the skills necessary to competitively run a small business. Students may also find employment by small business owners.

Earning potential: Varies according to industry and level of success.

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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.