Business Preparation Certificate

The fully online Business Preparation Certificate will give you the skills and knowledge to gain a better understanding of basic business and accounting techniques. Possible careers include:

• Business Consultant 
• Accountant
• Auditor 
• Budget Analyst 
• Fundraiser
• Market Research Analyst
• Meeting, Convention and Event Planner
• Personal Financial Advisor
• Sales
• Training Specialist 
• Research and Development

There are no specific program admissions requirements for the Business Preparation Certificate.

If you are a current, degree-seeking Boise State student, use the myBoiseState “change my major” tool to add the certificate. If you are applying to the certificate along with your degree program, you will declare the certificate in addition to your major.

If you are not a current Boise State student, apply to Boise State and declare the certificate. If you are applying to the certificate along with your degree program, you will declare the certificate in addition to your major.

*The per-credit fees listed above are for the 2022-23 academic year. Future academic year per-credit fees may vary slightly and are finalized each May.

Notice: Boise State and other Idaho higher education employees: Fee waivers do not apply to this program.

The online Business Preparation Certificate curriculum below shows the courses required for the 10-credit program. Students can complete the program in as little as two semesters.

Note: if you’re a Boise State student, visit with your advisor to see if this program is a good fit for your goals.

Boise State Online’s Business Preparation Certificate program is well-equipped to accommodate military service members. Whether you are active duty, a veteran or a civilian, our team is here to support you as you earn your certificate.

More Support for Military Students

We’re here to help! From deciding if an online certificate is right for you to figuring out what credits transfer from previous schools, talking to a Student Success Coach is the best place to start.

Please note, that students are required to meet with a Student Success Coach before being admitted to the program.

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