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Small Business Management Workplace Certificate

Small business owners enjoy flexibility and purpose, but they also face challenges. The Small Business Management Workplace Certificate equips you with skills to manage tasks like budgeting, hiring, and marketing—all critical to running a successful venture.

BUSI 3017: Small Business Management Workplace Certificate

Running a small business is no small task and it requires knowledge of several key business functions, including finance, accounting, human resources, and marketing. In this course, students explore the variety of responsibilities and opportunities that come with managing a small business. Through interactive resources, discussions, and assignments, they apply their knowledge to address real-world, career-related challenges. Upon successful completion of the course, students have the opportunity to earn a workplace certificate in small business management.

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Upon completing this micro-credential course, you’ll earn a business management workplace certificate that immediately elevates your résumé. Get noticed by employers by showcasing your specialized skills, job readiness, and commitment to professional growth.

  • Gain essential skills for managing day-to-day operations in a small business.
  • Navigate the multiple roles of a small business leader, from budgeting to marketing.
  • Learn to navigate the unique challenges and rewards of small business ownership.

What You’ll Learn

This workplace certificate in small business management includes eight modules on all aspects of managing a small business, including marketing, budgeting, and finance.

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Workplace Certificate in Small Business Management Micro-Credential FAQ

What can you do with a small business management certificate?

Earning a workplace certificate in small business management is a great first step in exploring the rewards and challenges of running or working in a small business, how small businesses contribute to the economy and society, and what it could take to successfully operate a small business of your own.

How long does it take to get a small business management certificate?

Just six weeks! To earn a micro-credential in small business management at Walden, register for and complete the course BUSI 3017 Small Business Management Workplace Certificate, which should also apply to the elective requirements for your bachelor’s degree program.

What do you learn as part of a small business management certificate?

The coursework in Walden’s workplace certificate in small business management helps you develop skills in key business functions such as finance, accounting, human resources, and marketing and how these apply in a small business setting.

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