Business and Software Applications

Winter 2018

Enrollment:

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Degrees and Certificates

Program Website:

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Tuition and Fees

http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/TuitionFees

Additional Costs

Books$700-900
* Estimated cost of books for length of program.

Program Description

The Business and Software Applications certificate is a three-quarter program of study. Students may participate in online or on-ground classes.  Students learn about the broad field of business organization, operation, and management.  Students apply a variety of written and oral communications, human relations and customer service techniques, and software skills throughout the program.  Students explore the importance of social media in business marketing. This certificate is intended to provide students with essential skills and knowledge required to enter a business career. 
 

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Be proficient in the creation and preparation of commonly used business documents.
  2. Capable of using Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint for common business applications.
  3. Understand basic business communication skills and have ability to implement in a variety of situations through written correspondence.
  4. Have understanding of positive customer service and human relations skills and ability to implement in a variety of situations.
  5. Understand common bookkeeping practices.
  6. Understand the role of social media in business.

Career Opportunities

Employers are eager to hire employees who understand business operations and are computer competent. This one-year certificate can help make you competitive in today’s business environment. This certificate can also allow you to continue on to earn an AAS degree. Check with your adviser if you want to make the transition.

Certificate - SFCC

Offered at Locations:  SFCC - Pullman Center, Spokane Falls Community College

First Quarter
BT   106Computing Essentials 5
BT   107Business Communications 15
BT   110Strategies for Student Success 2
BUS  122Practical Business Math 3
15

Second Quarter
BT   272Business Correspondence 5
BUS& 101Intro to Business 5
CAPPS141Word I 2
CAPPS185Digital Marketing Platforms 3
15

Third Quarter
BUS  280Human Relations in Business 25
CAPPS151Excel I 2
CAPPS152Excel II 2
CAPPS161Access I 2
CAPPS171PowerPoint I 2
CAPPS180Outlook 2
15
45 credits are required for the Certificate
1BT 107 may be substituted with ENGL& 101 English Composition I.
2BUS 280 may be substituted with CMST& 210 Interpersonal Communication.

Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. the information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.