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Business Careers

[Updated for Spring 2023 Semester]

NOTE: Classes in Business Careers can be taken as an individual course or as a Gold Certificate Program.

Small business management

This is a comprehensive examination of establishing and operating a small business in today's dynamic business environment. This course covers topic such as introduction to entrepreneurship, preparing for business, opportunity recognition & market analysis, marketing plan & sales, analyzing finances, starting your business, managing your business & growing your business and other relevant subject areas. This class is online.

Cost: $75 per class.                                                        Instructor: T. Kapoor

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Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistant program provides students with the necessary skills to thrive as an assistant in an office environment.  In addition to basic computer skills, students receive an in-depth training on the latest computer software utilized in today’s industry. Students are taught to advanced user levels in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, Access and Outlook) and focus on developing their basic Math and English skills.  (720 Hours)

Cost: Tuition $2,010, labyrinth key license $70, books $295, insurance $18, and ID badge $5. Flash drive to be purchased by student.  Total Program Cost: $2,398

Days Time   Location & Room No. Teacher
M - Th 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Willow Center, 100 C. Barela

                                                              

Prerequisites:

  • Intro to computer or computer knowledge
  • Minimum typing speed of 35 wpm
  • Basic Microsoft Word and Excel (Recommended)

Program Courses Required:
(Not all courses offered every semester, see instructor for details.)

Microsoft - comprehensive course in:

• Word

• Excel

• Access

• Publisher

• PowerPoint

Applied Office Skills, including Outlook
Employment Skills/Soft Skills
Business Math
Business English
Adobe Suite (Basic)

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Typing Test

Register in Willow Center Office.

Cost: $10

For more information call:
(626) 934-2801.

Days Time Location & Room No.
T & Th 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Willow Center, 100

     

Prerequisite for entrance to the Business Careers Program: LAC Appraisal Testing and Department Assessment Test required before registration into program.