[Business]
Certificate in Small Business Management
Run a small business with eight grounded courses — finance, HR, law, marketing, and leadership skills owners actually use.
π― What You'll Be Able To Do
- Set up and read the books — accounting and financial analysis basics for a small business.
- Hire, manage, and develop your first employees with sound HR practices.
- Build a marketing plan that fits a small-business budget.
- Navigate the legal essentials — entity choice, contracts, and compliance.
- Lead and manage projects, people, and operations day to day.
πΌ Career Opportunities With This Certificate
- Small Business Owner / Founder — $50K–$200K+ (varies widely) (BLS)
- General / Operations Manager — $50K–$200K (approx.) (BLS)
- Management Analyst / Consultant — $56K–$170K (approx.) (BLS)
Small business formation in the U.S. continues at near-record levels — owners and operators need cross-functional skills to survive year one. (BLS)
β Why This Fits Your Life
You're balancing work, family, and the goals you've been putting off. NU PACE is built for that.
- 100% Online, Self-paced — learn around your job and family
- 12-month access from the day you enroll
- No application, no prerequisites, no textbooks to buy
β± How Long It Takes
- Finish in as little as 2 weeks at 20 hrs/wk
- Or 3 weeks at 10 hrs/wk
- Total certificate hours: 30 Hrs
π What You'll Earn
- Certificate of Completion from National University PACE (awarded when all requirements of all included courses have been met)
- 3 CEUs — PACE Continuing Education Units
π Requirements to Enroll
No application needed. All learners are eligible to enroll. There are no admission requirements. We recommend learners have a high school diploma or GED and basic computer skills.
π Access Timing
Learners will:
- Get access to their certificate courses approximately 24-48 business hours from the date of enrollment.
- Have access to their certificate courses for up to 12 months from the date of enrollment.
π΅ Refund Policy
We want all of our students to have a positive and rewarding learning experience. If a student is not completely satisfied, we offer a refund policy.
To be eligible, submit a written request with a valid reason within 9 calendar days of registering. The student must not have attempted more than 25% of the course.
Email PACE@nu.edu with your full name, student ID, and course name. Approved refunds are issued within 60 days.
