John Weiss, Assistant Chair, 386-506-3792, John.Weiss@daytonastate.edu
Diana-Joy Colarusso, 386-506-3603, DianaJoy.Colarusso@daytonastate.edu
Carol Bellman, Senior Staff Assistant, 386-506-4227, Carol.Bellman@daytonastate.edu
Program Overview
Mission:
The Business Operations – Entrepreneurship Certificate prepares students for employment in small business environments through a career-focused curriculum that develops essential business knowledge, operational skills, and workforce competencies.
Description:
This college credit certificate provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to start, operate, and improve a small business. Courses may be scheduled to accommodate individuals currently working in business environments.
Continue Your Education
Apply this certificate toward:
- Business Administration A.S.
- Industrial Management Technology A.S.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Prepare financial information for management decisions.
- Communicate business ideas and terminology effectively.
- Apply business-related theories to real-world problems.
- Create business documentation using appropriate software.
- Develop marketing plans using marketing concepts.
- Develop a business plan for a new venture.
Completion Requirement:
- Earn a grade "C" or better in all program-specific and prerequisite courses.
Financial Aid
The length of this program makes it ineligible for federal and state financial aid.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at
studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
For more information on grants, loans, and work programs available, see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at
daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/.
Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information, see:
daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Career and Labor Market Information
Graduates may pursue employment in Business Operations - Entrepreneurship-related fields, including roles such as Business Operations Specialist, Operations Coordinator, Office Manager, Entrepreneur. In the Brevard-Flagler-Volusia workforce region, approximately 3,980 workers are employed in these occupations, with an average annual salary of $65,350 and 342 annual job openings.
| SOC Alignment |
13-1199 – Business Operations Specialists
11-3012 – Administrative Services Managers
|
| Demand Alignment |
Aligned to Region 27 labor-market demand data used for catalog review |
| Average Hourly Wage |
$31.42 |
| Average Annual Salary |
$65,350 |
| Annual Job Openings |
342 |
| Regional Employment |
Approximately 3,980 employed |
Occupational Overview: Analyze and coordinate business operations, administrative processes, customer service, and organizational activities.
Wage Distribution: 10th percentile: $45,820 | 50th percentile: $65,350 | 90th percentile: $96,110.
Data Sources: CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia Regional Demand Occupations List; FloridaCommerce Employment Projections Region 27; BLS OEWS Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach MSA; SOC 13-1199 and 11-3012.
Note: It is never too early to prepare for your career. Log in to the Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board to create your account, submit your resume for review, search for employment opportunities, and practice your interviewing skills through Big Interview. For assistance, contact Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
Program Specific Courses
18 Credits
| GEB1011 | Introduction to Business | 3.00 |
| ISM2000 | Business Information Processing | 3.00 |
| MAR2011 | Principles of Global Marketing | 3.00 |
| SBM2000 | Small Business Management | 3.00 |
| Accounting or Finance Elective | 3 |
| Business Elective | 3 |
Accounting or Finance Elective
Choose one:
| ACG2021 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 3.00 |
| APA1111 | Office Accounting I | 3.00 |
| FIN1100 | Personal Financial Planning | 3.00 |
| FIN2000 | Principles of Finance | 3.00 |
Business Elective
Choose one:
| BUL2241 | Business Law I | 3.00 |
| ECO2013 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3.00 |
| ECO2023 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3.00 |
| GEB1432 | Applied Artificial Intelligence in Business | 3.00 |
| GEB2430 | AI, Business, Ethics, and Social Responsibility | 3.00 |
| GEB2351 | International Business | 3.00 |
| MAN2021 | Principles of Management | 3.00 |
| MAR2101 | Social Media Marketing | 3.00 |
| MAR2321 | Advertising | 3.00 |
| MAR2720 | Digital Marketing | 3.00 |
| MKA2021 | Building Selling Relationships | 3.00 |
| MNA2161 | Customer Service Management | 3.00 |
| MNA2345 | Supervision of Personnel | 3.00 |
| QMB1001 | Business Math | 3.00 |
Sample Program of Study
1st Semester
| ISM2000 | Business Information Processing | 3.00 |
| GEB1011 | Introduction to Business | 3.00 |
| Accounting or Finance Elective | 3 |
2nd Semester
| MAR2011 | Principles of Global Marketing | 3.00 |
| SBM2000 | Small Business Management | 3.00 |
| Business Elective | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 18