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Program Overview
Acquire the basic financial and management skills you need to become a successful small business owner. Start this program with a rough idea and leave with a plan to launch or expand your own business.
Learn about organizations that help entrepreneurs get started. Find out how the Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Business Associations can help you succeed. You'll also develop the ability to recruit and oversee employees, promote your business, and file tax documents.
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Career Outcomes
Small businesses account for over 40% of U.S. economic activity. Be a part of this vital and innovative community by growing your business with the knowledge you gain from this program.
The greater Finger Lakes region is home to a wide range of small and locally owned enterprises, such as:
- Antique stores and boutiques
- Breweries, wineries, and distilleries
- Cannabis dispensaries
- Farms and agriculture
- Hospitality and tourism
- Restaurants and food trucks
- Services (fitness coach, massage therapy)
Transfer into a Degree Program
If you want to further your studies, transfer into our Business Administration A.S. program. The credits earned from this microcredential program may count toward obtaining your associate's degree at FLCC.
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Microcredential Courses
Earn this microcredential by completing the following courses:
- ACC 101 - Principles of Financial Accounting
- BUS 147 - Small Business Management
- BUS 221 - Principles of Management
- BUS 222 - Marketing
- BUS 224 - Human Resource Management
Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements.
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What is a Microcredential?
A microcredential is a short, career-focused program that provides in-demand skills training.
Earning a microcredential shows employers that you have a specific set of skills and keeps you up-to-date with industry trends.
Learn MoreCosts and Aid
Microcredentials are charged on a per-credit-hour basis. Our part-time rate includes tuition and standard fees for NYS residents, plus any other fees for specific courses, labs, and online instruction. Access to financial aid varies by part-time and full-time status, household finances, and other circumstances.
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$231
in-state part-time tuition per credit hour.
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5+
programs are approved for non-degree part-time TAP awards.
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$23M
in financial aid was disbursed to our students last year.
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