Business Workforce Proficiency

Certificate of Achievement
2022-2023

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About the Program

The Las Positas College Business Studies Program is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of business concepts and functions used in a wide range of careers. There are many areas of specialization available that fit current and projected needs of the ever-changing business environment. It is important that students work closely with business faculty and counselors to determine which degrees or certificates best support their individual career and/or transfer goals. Students may pursue programs to prepare for work, upgrade skills, or transfer to a four-year college or university.

About the Certificate

The Certificate of Achievement in Business Workforce Proficiency is designed to provide the training and skills necessary to operate effectively in a business environment. The certificate aims to help individuals proficient in administrative tasks across common software programs used in a business environment. The certificate also provides individuals with an overview of how business environments operate, which will strengthen his or her value within the business organization.

Career Opportunities

Students who achieve this certificate will be able to obtain positions as administrative assistant, senior administrative assistant, office manager, assistant office manager, and other positions that require a general understanding of business and administrative and organizational skills. This certificate also serves well for individuals looking for advancement in his or her current career.

Program Outcomes

• Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Business Workforce Proficiency, students are able to apply standard business English to oral and written communications, including grammar, punctuation, mechanics, vocabulary, style, media, and usage.
• Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Business Workforce Proficiency, students are able to describe the work ethic needed for success in today’s work environment.
• Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Business Workforce Proficiency, students are able to develop business communications that present information in an organized and concise manner.
• Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Business Workforce Proficiency, students are able to explain group dynamics as they apply to an individual working effectively within a group and within teams.
• Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Business Workforce Proficiency, students are able to identify the primary business operations, business organizational options, and business procedures.

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Required Core: (11 Units) Units

Course	Units
BUSN 40 Introduction to Business	3
BUSN 48 Human Relations in Organizations	3
CIS 74 Office Procedures	3
PCN 15 College Study Skills	2

List A: Select One (1 Unit)

Course	Units
CIS 72A Data Management	1
CIS 72B Basic Office integration	1
CIS 73A Ten-Key Skill Development	1
CIS 75 Office Technology/Communications	1
CIS 84 Windows	1
CIS 89A Desktop Presentation	1

List B: Select One (3 Units)

Course	Units
CIS 43 Professional Communications	3
CNT 43 Professional Communications	3
CNT 43 Professional Communications	3

Units

Units Category	Units
Total Units	15

Keyboarding Competency
Students must demonstrate keyboarding speed of 40 net words per minutes. Competency can be met by completing Computer Information Systems 71C with a “C” or better or by presenting a Las Positas College Verification of Proficiency certifying 40 net words per minutes in a five (5) minute timing.

 

Updated: July 2022