Business Administration: Finance Certificate (FINC-CC)

CT State Community College Catalog 2023-2024 New students enrolling for the first time in Fall 2023 will begin as students of Connecticut State Community College under this catalog.  Continuing students from one of the 12 community colleges will be transitioned into a CT State program in this catalog as of the start of the Fall 2023 term. The policies, courses and programs described are applicable as of the Fall 2023 term and may be updated as circumstances require.

This option provides the student with an understanding of the principles and concepts of finance within the general framework of basic general business knowledge. It is designed for the student planning a career in financial or general business management. This program provides the preliminary knowledge required for transfer to a four- year institution and for an entry-level position in finance.

Certificate Learning Outcomes:

• Demonstrate an understanding of basic theory and practice of business administration and finance.
• Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard types of business communications.
• Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills applicable to business administration and finance.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and information as applied to the various applications in business administration and finance.

CT State Community College is accredited by the Associate Degree Board of Commissioners of the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).