The Small Business Management Certificate (C1_MSB1) is offered at LSC-CyFair, LSC-Kingwood, LSC-Montgomery, LSC-North Harris, LSC-Tomball, and LSC-University Park. It can be earned entirely online through LSC-Online. For more information, please contact the Management and Marketing Department.
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The management associate of applied science degree includes knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in the business world. This program provides students with a basic foundation in general management skills.
The management associate of applied science degree is awarded for successful completion of 66-68 credit hours. Those desiring a less comprehensive program should consider the certificate programs listed below.
The management program offers specializations in general business, human resources, international business, marketing, small business management, and entrepreneurship.
A wide variety of job opportunities are available to graduates of the program, including middle-management positions, first line supervisors, company owners, and other positions requiring leadership, decision-making, and critical thinking skills.
The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. The management AAS degree will transfer to several four-year colleges and universities in a BAAS degree. Contact a counselor or faculty member at any of the colleges for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses.
| Course | Number | Title | Credits |
| ACCT | 2401 | Principles of Accounting I | 4 |
| BUSI | 2301 | Business Law | 3 |
| ITSC | 1401 | Introduction to Computers OR | 4 |
| COSC | 1401 | Introduction to Computers OR | |
| BCIS | 1405 | Business Computer Applications | |
| MRKG | 2333 | Principles of Selling OR | 3 |
| MRKG | 2348 | Marketing Research & Strat. | |
| BUSG | 1341 | Small Business Financing | 3 |
| BUSG1 | 2309 | Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| BUSI | 1301 | Business Principles | 3 |
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TOTAL Credit Hours for Small Business Management Certificate: |
23 | ||