Students must complete four required courses at UNHM in their chosen program to earn a certificate. The college's accessible course schedules allow students to attend day, evening, or Saturday classes, full or part time. The fundamentals of oral and written communications are presented in this certificate program. Critical thinking is emphasized. Students learn to read, write, and speak more effectively both personally and professionally.
Students gain a basic understanding of American businesses and how they work.
A general overview of the functional areas in business as well as fundamental concepts of accounting, finance, and the use of computers to manage information is presented in the coursework. An understanding of psychological, cultural, and social aspects of human behavior is developed in this program. The coursework explores how culture and intellect influence behavior and communication with others. Students are identified as CTP eligible during the standard admission application review process and may enter the program during the fall or spring semester. In some instances, CTP students may be required to supplement their academic schedules with noncredit coursework to strengthen writing or quantitative skills.