10 courses to complete the Business Certificate program
37 credit hours required for graduation
Business Certificate
In as few as nine months, you can add new business skills and knowledge to your resume and earn your Certificate in Business online.1 Enhance your knowledge in business fields like accounting, business, business ethics, business law and finance. Not only will you be able to understand key elements of the business world, but you will be able to effectively communicate in a variety of situations, in the workplace and your community.
If you're ready to further your education, our online Business Certificate program curriculum and credential ladder system are designed to let you seamlessly transfer your Rasmussen University Certificate in Business credits toward another credential until you've reached your goal. You could pursue an online Business Management Associate's degree, online Business Management Bachelor's degree, online Finance Bachelor’s degree or more. Relevant, core courses help guide you every step of the way toward your future.
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Online Courses Go Where You Go
Flexible and affordable, online courses are designed to give you more control and balance over your busy schedule. In each course, you’ll learn through live interactive sessions with faculty and peers, real-world projects or virtual labs. You'll receive continued support from admissions representatives, experienced faculty, library and learning resources, experienced tutors, 24/7 tech support, personal academic advisors and career services.
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Take Advantage of Our Credential Ladder
Whether this is the first step on your path to a career in business or you're currently working and ready to advance your credentials, we've made it easy. Our program is designed so credits simply ladder-up, one to the next, Certificate to Associate's to Bachelor's.
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Institutional Accreditation
Rasmussen University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. hlcommission.org | 800-621-7440
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Get Knowledge Credit®
The Business Certificate program is fully online and offers up to five $149 self-directed assessments, which allow you to prove that you already have the knowledge for a particular course and don't need to take that course.
What Types of Classes Will I Take?
Rasmussen’s online Certificate in Business program consists of courses taught and designed by faculty with experience in the business world and knowledge of industry trends. Each Business course will help students develop job-related and essential skills and gain technical knowledge that will serve them well as working professionals with a Certificate in Business. Here are some courses that you would take program:-
Introduction to Business
GEB 1011 / Online / 4 Credits
This course studies the characteristics and functions of business in a free enterprise environment and how business impacts the economy in which we live. Characteristics studied may include opportunities, organizations, human resource management, marketing, analysis and any other activities related to general ownership and operation.
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Principles of Management
MAN 2021 / Online / 4 Credits
This course develops managerial and leadership skills and insights by studying management practices. Also, advances an understanding of the manager/employee relationships and the legal and ethical issues impacting these relationships.
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Principles of Marketing
MAR 2011 / Online / 4 Credits
This course introduces the marketing concept, integrating seven key marketing perspectives. Topics include consumer buying behavior, business-to-business markets and organizational buying behavior, market research techniques, fundamental pricing concepts, marketing channels and logistics, integrated marketing communications and marketing's role in electronic commerce.
Your Future is Full of Possibilities with a Certificate in Business
Through career-focused curriculum and comprehensive online courses, you can prepare for the Business field. Our Business Certificate program is designed to help you gain job-ready skills that employers seek in Business professionals.-
Business Certificate
Intended for:
Students looking to acquire new or additional business concepts, bolster their skill set and create value across their organization without a major time commitment.Common careers:
- Entry-level business assistant
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Tuition & Savings
Do the Math:
With multiple start dates a year and a total of 10 courses, students who enroll can finish in as few as 9 months.1
$322 tuition per full-time credit
x 37 total credits
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$11,914 total tuition
+ $2,500 total fees
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$14,414 estimated full-time total tuition and fees
Learn more about the financial aid cost of attendance (COA).
Other Ways to Save
Higher education should be a manageable investment. Talk to an admissions representative and learn how our degrees are designed to be more affordable with transfer credits, self-directed assessments, grants, scholarship opportunities, corporate grants and military grants for those who qualify.
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What Should I Know Before I Enroll?
Entrance Requirements
Entrance requirements at the Rasmussen University School of Business vary depending on the program. We do not require enrolling students to submit standardized test scores; however, every entrant must have at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Help Paying for College
Higher education should be a manageable investment. Talk to an admissions representative and learn how these programs can make it more affordable with self-directed assessments, credit for prior learning, grants, scholarship opportunities, corporate grants and military grants for those who qualify.
Transfer Student
We believe in giving credit where it’s due. You can get an estimate of your transfer credits without an official transcript in one business day (on average). Talk to an admissions representative today, or explore our Transfer Policy page for our seamless credit policies designed to maximize credits, potentially save money and expedite graduation.
Where Can I Find an Online Business Certificate Program Near Me?
At Rasmussen University, we want our courses to be available on your schedule, not the other way around. Select programs are available for enrollment through a specific campus and nationally online, but students complete the courses online and are able to utilize online and on-campus support and resources. See below to find out where you can find an Online Business Certificate program near you.
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Florida
Florida Campuses
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Illinois*
Illinois Campuses
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Kansas
Kansas Campuses
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Minnesota
Minnesota Campuses
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North Dakota
North Dakota Campuses
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Wisconsin
Wisconsin Campuses
This is an online program, but students can enroll at one of these campuses.
