Business associate degree programs and the following business certificate programs: Accounting (ACTC), Finance (FNSC), Management (MGTC), and Marketing (MRKC) in the Business and Professional Studies Department are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) which attests to our high standards and excellence in teaching.  Professional Studies associate degree programs and all other certificate programs in the Business and Professional Studies Department have been approved through the curriculum review process at the Community College of Rhode Island and have been affirmed by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the Rhode Island Department of Education. 

The Management Certificate begins with a study of basic principles, concepts and procedures. Upon successful completion of these initial courses, students apply their knowledge in a capstone management strategy course. This final course allows students to apply previous learning through cases, simulations and integrated activities. Students are expected to use and demonstrate reasoning skills, strategies and a basic understanding of decision-making.

Successful completion of this certificate provides students with both an academic foundation and practical skills in the field of management. It is ideal for individuals already working in the business world who seek opportunities for personal and professional growth in for-profit and non-profit firms.

Note: All credits earned in this certificate program can be applied toward the associate in science degree in Business program with a concentration in Management or General Business. Many courses require prerequisites, corequisites and/or testing. See course descriptions for details.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge and application of management concepts and approaches including the four managerial functions.
2. Apply tools and techniques for management decision making.
3. Identify and apply ethical principles in management decision making.
4. Locate, retrieve, evaluate, organize, and analyze information for management/leadership decision making.
5. Construct and deliver oral and/or written analysis of business scenarios.
6. Work with and/or lead a diverse team toward goal accomplishment.

Certificate Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
ACCT 1010	Financial Accounting	4
ACCT 1020	Managerial Accounting	4
BUSN 1000	Workplace Relationships	3
BUSN 1010	Introduction to Business SSCI; Written Communication; Social and Professional Responsibilities	3
BUSN 1060	Leadership Development	3
BUSN 1175	Operations and Supply Chain Management	3
BUSN 2050	Principles of Management^	3
BUSN 2060	Principles of Marketing	3
BUSN 2350	Human Resources Management	3
Total Hours		29

Recommended Course Sequence

Plan of Study Grid

Year 1
Semester 1		Hours
ACCT 1010	Financial Accounting	4
BUSN 1010	Introduction to Business	3
	Hours	7
Semester 2
ACCT 1020	Managerial Accounting	4
BUSN 1000	Workplace Relationships	3
BUSN 2050	Principles of Management^	3
	Hours	10
Year 2
Semester 1
BUSN 1060	Leadership Development	3
BUSN 2060	Principles of Marketing	3
	Hours	6
Semester 2
BUSN 1175	Operations and Supply Chain Management	3
BUSN 2350	Human Resources Management	3
	Hours	6
	Total Hours	29