Business Workforce Proficiency

Certificate of Achievement (CA) Business · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Overview

The Business Workforce Proficiency Certificate of Achievement 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 Learning Outcome(s)

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  1. Apply standard business english to oral and written communications, including grammar, punctuation, mechanics, vocabulary, style, media, and usage.
  2. Describe the work ethic needed for success in today's work environment.
  3. Develop business communications that present information in an organized and concise manner.
  4. Explain group dynamics as they apply to an individual working effectively within a group and within teams.
  5. Identify the primary business operations, business organizational options, and business procedures.
CourseTitleUnits
Required Core: (14 Units)
BUSN 40Introduction to Business3
BUSN 48Human Relations in Organizations3
CIS 43Professional Communications3
CIS 74Administrative Office Professional3
PCN 15College Study Skills2
List A: Select One (1 Unit)
CIS 72AData Management1
CIS 72BBasic Office Integration1
CIS 73ATen-Key Skill Development1
CIS 75Office Technology/Communications1
CIS 89ADesktop Presentation1
Total15
Business Workforce Proficiency (CA): Program Requirements

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