[Business]
Small Business Management (ACE CREDIT)
Earn 3 ACE college credits in Small Business Management — accounting, HR, law, marketing, and project work owners actually use.
π― What You'll Be Able To Do
- Set up books and read financial statements for a small business.
- Hire and lead a small team with sound HR practices.
- Build a marketing plan that fits a small-business budget.
- Navigate small-business legal basics — contracts, compliance, entity choice.
- Run projects day to day across operations.
- Pass the proctored ACE CREDIT final exam for 3 college credits.
πΌ Career Opportunities With This Certificate
- Small Business Owner / Founder — $50K–$200K+ (varies widely) (BLS)
- General / Operations Manager — $60K–$200K (approx.) (BLS)
- Management Analyst / Consultant — $56K–$170K (approx.) (BLS)
U.S. new-business applications remain near record highs — formal small-business credentials help founders signal preparation to lenders and partners. (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 3-4 weeks at 10 hrs/wk
- Total certificate hours: 33 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.
