The courses in this program are especially geared to students interested in starting their own, or assisting with, a small or family-run business. This specialized training will give you the foundational skills you will need including understanding a business model, payroll accounting and business finance, business law, project management, marketing, and small business leadership. If you set goals for yourself and strive to accomplish them, enjoy serving as a leader even if it means more work, and envision yourself as a business owner, then this technical diploma may be a good choice for you. This program is offered in a partial Competency-Based Education (CBE online) format, which allows students to work at their own pace.
Why Consider Business Operations?
- You want to start your own small or family-run business, or help support another.
- Learning how a business model works along with functions including accounting, finance, and business law is important to you.
- You want to become skilled at project management and marketing.
- Developing and reaching goals while leading others is enjoyable for you.
Why Learn at 91Ƭ?
- This program is offered through our flexible competency-based education (CBE) format, which allows you to accelerate your learning while receiving personalized coaching and support.
- With frequent start dates, begin when it's convenient for you.
- Learn from dedicated, experienced faculty.
- In just two semesters or less, you can be ready to start your own small or family-run business, or join another.
What It Takes
- Interest in small or family-run businesses
- Ability to work well with others
- Desire to help individuals and improve processes to meet goals
- Willingness to invest the time needed into a business
- Skills to analyze the external business environment
