2023-2024 College Catalog

Small Business Ownership TCC

Small Business Ownership TCC (Major Code: SBO1)

Program Description

This technical certificate was designed to offer the needed support to small business owners and potential small business owners by teaching the skills to operate a successful business. It will provide an overview of activities that are involved in planning, establishing, and managing a small business.

This Program is Not Available for Financial AId.

Career Information

Occupation

Small Business Owners

Career Projections

The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 20.2% nationally and 4.1% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $45,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually. 

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Admission Requirements

General College Admissions Requirements

Program Contact Information

Michelle Roach
Program Coordinator, Business Management
Academic Building C1110I
404.225.4563

mroach@atlantatech.edu

Program Length and Cost

Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 2 terms
Program Credit Hours: 15
Estimated Program Cost: $3,184

Required Courses

Occupational Courses - (15 Credits)

ACCT 1140Small Business Accounting

3

MKTG 2010Small Business Management

3

ACCT 1145Small Business Accting/Finance

3

MKTG 2210Entrepreneurship

6

Total Credit Hours: 15

Program Outcomes

1. Graduates should develop a business plan and display the ability to plan and research the product/service, place/location, promotion, and the pricing strategy of a small business.
2. Graduates should display the ability to use research techniques and develop plans in searching for small business opportunities
3. Graduates should communicate knowledgeably and professionally with accountants/financial consultants with regard to setting up and operating a small business