Certificate of Business Administration
The business certificate curriculum at Saint Francis University was designed for individuals with little or no business education background. It provides a basic understanding of current business trends, along with course work in the areas of management, accounting, marketing and finance. The business core is complemented by a liberal arts component of courses meant to provide necessary skills and knowledge needed by the business professional.
Transitions
The business administration program at Saint Francis University allows adult learners to make seamless transitions throughout their educational journeys. Individuals receiving a business certificate can easily move into an associate of business administration degree, a bachelor of science business administration degree in accounting, management, marketing, or organizational leadership and ultimately into graduate programs in business administration or human resources.
Program of Study
Business Component (15 credits)
ACCT 101 Financial Accounting
FIN 202 Finance
MGMT 101 Principles of Management
MGMT 102 Production/Operations Management
MGMT 302 Marketing
Liberal Studies Component (15 credits)
ENGL 103 Writing for a Discipline
CPSC 101 Introduction to Computer Systems
PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology
SPCH 103 Speech Fundamentals and Public Speaking
ECON 101 Economics I (macroeconomics)
Admissions Requirements
Before admission to the business certificate program is granted, all candidates must complete the application process for admission through the Saint Francis University Office of Continuing Education. All continuing education entrance criteria must be met before beginning the program.
Credit Transfer Policy
Candidates may transfer up to 15 approved credits from other accredited higher education institutions with the following requirements:
At least three of five business courses must be completed at Saint Francis University.
A minimum of 15 new credits must be completed at Saint Francis University.
A transfer student must have at least a 2.0 QPA ("C" average).
Only courses with a grade of "C" or better will be approved for transfer.
Time Requirement
All courses must be completed within a five-year period beginning with the date of entrance into the program.
Challenge Examinations:
A total of six College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) credits may be counted toward this program.
Tuition & Fees:
There is a $30 non-refundable application fee. The continuing education office’s regular schedule of tuition and fees will apply.