Business Administration Certificate (BUC)
This program offers a broad array of courses, exposing students to the skills and knowledge needed for a business career. It is a great option for those who have a limited amount of time to attain an education, would like a background in business, or would like to explore business before pursuing a degree. Number ACC101
Suggested Course Order Principles of Accounting I
CIS127
Computer Technologies
ENG101
English Composition I
MKT142
Marketing
ACC102 MGT210
Principles of Accounting II Principles of Management
MAT126
Topics in Mathematics (or higher) Small Business Management
MGT110
Cr Semester Grade Prerequisites/Notes 3 FYE101, MAT092, RDG098, or placement 3 ENG098, FYE101, RDG098, or placement 3 ENG098, FYE101, RDG098, or placement 3 ENG098, FYE101, MAT092, RDG098, or placement 3 ACC101 3 ENG098, FYE101, MAT092, RDG098, or placement 3 MAT096 or placement 3
ENG098, FYE101, MAT092, RDG098, or placement
Total: 24 credits See page 88 of the college catalog for technical standards.
Campus/format: A majority of this program can be completed online or during the day or evening at the Gardner or Leominster Campuses. Helpful hints: More advanced CIS or MAT selections may be substituted on approval of the division dean. 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 in this program may be applied to MWCC’s Business Administration—Career Degree and Business Administration—Transfer Degree. Consult with your academic advisor. Special requirements: Technical standards must be met with or without accommodations. Career options: Graduates can pursue entrylevel positions in business. Those who continue their education can pursue higherlevel careers. Earning potential: Varies according to industry. Go to the academic program page at www.mwcc.edu to view gainful employment disclosure information.
85 MWCC 2012-2013 College Catalog & Student Handbook