Business & Office Administration
Business & Office Administration Certificates
Take a deep dive on each of these certificates to see if it's a right fit for you!
The QuickBooks - Tier 1 Certificate helps students discover the power of QuickBooks.
Learn basic accounting concepts through hands-on practice.
Course Requirements:
Students must complete and pass the following courses:
VBUS - 280: Accounting Terminology
VBUS - 281: Introduction to QuickBooks
Students must also pass ONE of the following courses.
VBUS 400 - Employability Skills
ESL 520 - English for Work
Administrative assistants work in nearly every industry and are in high demand.
REQUIRED Courses:
Introduction to Keyboarding II (VBUS 125)
Introduction to Microsoft Outlook (VBUS 270)
Students must pass ONE of the following courses:
Employability Skills (VBUS 400)
ESL: English for Work 2 (ESL 520)
Students must complete ONE of the following:
Introduction to Databases using MS Access (VBUS 244)
Introduction to Desktop Publishing using Microsoft Publisher (VBUS 245)
Introduction to Electronic Presentations using MS PowerPoint (VBUS 304)
Be at least 18 years old on the first day of class.
This course prepares students for the NASBITE International certification exam. The
exam covers four subjects: Global Business Management, Global Marketing, Supply Chain
Management, and Trade Finance. Learn to develop strategic plans, manage sales and
marketing, evaluate financial risks, and more!
NASBITE International’s Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credential is
widely recognized. It is the standard of excellence in expertise and professionalism
in international trade.
Students must pass the following TWO courses:
VBUS 292 - Global Business Professional (CGBP) Certification Exam Preparation & Practice
VBUS 340 - Career Exploration
Be at least 18 years old on the first day of class.
*Recommended: Have at least 2 years of international business experience or education
This program provides you with the knowledge and skills to deal with customers as a company representative. You are prepared to work as commercial or residential service rep. Work in department stores, collection agencies, credit bureaus, airlines, travel agencies, medical insurance agencies, public utilities and telephone answering services.
Introduction to Keyboarding I (VBUS 124)
Introduction to Customer Service Skills (VBUS 243)
Students must pass ONE of the following:
Employability Skills (VBUS 400)
ESL: English for Work 2 (ESL 520)
Students must pass ONE of the following:
Introduction to Windows (VBUS 118)
Navigating the Internet (VBUS 258)
Introduction to Microsoft Outlook (VBUS 270)
Do you like working on different types of tasks? Do you want to get experience working in an office setting? Get the skills you need to work in a wide range of industries.
Introduction to Word Processing Using MS Word (VBUS 260)
Introduction to Spreadsheets using Excel (VBUS 262)
Students must complete ONE of the following courses:
Employability Skills (VBUS 400)
VESL: English for Work 2 (ESL 520)
Students must complete ONE of the following:
Introduction to Windows (VBUS 118)
Introduction to Keyboarding I (VBUS 124)
Have you dreamed of owning your own business?
With Continuing Education, you can earn a Small Business and Entrepreneurship certificate.
Our 'How to Start a Small Business' class gives you the skills you need to get started!
Develop a business plan. Get Licenses & permits. Learn about branding to increase
your sales! This certificate can help you start something new or expand your current
business. Classes are available in English, Spanish & Vietnamese!
Students must pass the following course:
VBUS 590 - Introduction to How to Start a Small Business
Students must pass two of the following courses
VBUS 035 - Generative AI for Small Business
VBUS 243 - Introduction to Customer Service Skills
VBUS 281 - Introduction to Quickbooks
VBUS 290 - Business Terminology
ABE 044 - Leadership Basics Part 1
ABE 018 - Leadership Basics Part 2
ESL 520 - English for Work