Business Administration -
Customer Service
Curriculum Description
The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy.
Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making.
Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Certificate
C25120C REVISED
NC CIP: 52.0201
Day, Evening and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2014
Fall Semester
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS 110 OR |
Introduction to Computers REVISED REQUISITE  |
(2) | (2) | (0) | (3) |
| CIS 111 | Basic PC Literacy REVISED REQUISITE | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM 120 OR |
Intro Interpersonal Com REVISED REQUISITE |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| COM 231 OR |
Public Speaking REVISED REQUISITE  |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| ENG 115 | Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Totals
Class Hours: 4
Lab/Shop Hours: 2
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 5
Spring Semester
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 255 OR |
Org Behavior in Business REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BUS 270 OR |
Professional Development REVISED REQUISITE | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| PMT 110 | Intro To Project Mgmt | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKT 223 | Customer Service REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Natural Science/Mathematics Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 6
Lab/Shop Hours: 0
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 9
Total Credit Hours: 14
Legend
- : Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.
- : Local Requirement
- : Instructional Service Agreement
- : Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
- : Global Distinction
- : Requisite(s)
Additional Information
Customer Service is a certificate under the curriculum title of Business Administration. This certificate provides a broad foundation of communication and interpersonal skills designed to prepare the individual for customer contact roles within a business organization.
Emphasized are concepts in retailing, resolving customer complaints, service follow-up, and consumer behavior. Concepts include communicating effectively and using interpersonal skills. Employment opportunities include customer services representative, customer services manager, retail sales, and call center customer representative in both service and production-oriented businesses.
Natural Science/Mathematics Elective - Select one course: MAT 110 or MAT 143
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
