The Business Foundations Certificate offers fast-paced, application-oriented instruction in fundamental business knowledge. This concentrated 21 credit hour program is appropriate for anyone who seeks to add basic business knowledge to their portfolio whether returning to college to enhance skills, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a non-business major or starting college for the first time. The certificate is delivered in a convenient, fully online learning environment. Students have direct access to the classroom through Canvas for grading, instructor communication, coursework needs, and class forums.
Flexible Opportunities
The format is easily adaptable to meet your needs. You can complete the course work entirely through an online format, allowing you to learn while continuing your career. At the same time, you'll have access to all that Kelley offers its students, including complete academic advising and technical support.
Understanding the foundations of business prepares you to advance your career in any industry.
To qualify for the certificate, you must be an admitted or current student at IU Indianapolis.
You must also:
- Complete 21 credit hours (seven courses) within the program as described in curriculum requirements.
- Take courses in any order you like. There are no prerequisites.
- Take at least 15 of the required 21 credit hours through IU Indianapolis.
- Earn a minimum GPA of 2.0 in all certificate courses.
- Submit notification of completion at the beginning of your final semester of certificate coursework.
Learn more about consumer information for this certificate program.
Our curriculum is concentrated and relevant for any student who wishes to gain a basic understanding of the core disciplines of business. As you plan your schedule, please keep in mind:
- Prerequisites are required for some courses.
- With the exception of BUS-K 201, BUS-X 204, and BUS-M 226, these courses may not be used toward a business minor or a business bachelor's degree.
Part One: Business Foundations Core (Required)
| Course # | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| A186 | Accounting & the Business Environment Watch the A186 course introduction video | 3 |
| W200 | Introduction to Business & Management Watch the W200 course introduction video | 3 |
| M200 | Marketing and Society Watch the M200 course introduction video | 3 |
| Z200 | Introduction to Human Resource Practices Watch the Z200 course introduction video | 3 |
| F200 | Foundations of Financial Management Watch the F200 course introduction video | 3 |
| P200 | Foundations of Operations & Supply Chain Management Watch the P200 course introduction video | 3 |
| Business Foundations Core: | 18 |
Part Two: Foundations Electives (Choose any one.)
| Course # | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| Distance Learning Experiences | ||
| L100 | Personal Law Watch the L100 course introduction video | 3 |
| F260 | Personal Finance Watch the F260 course introduction video | 3 |
| E101 | Survey of Economic Issues and Problems | 3 |
| Classroom Experiences | ||
| K201 | Computer in Business | 3 |
| X204 | Business Communications | 3 |
| M226 | Personal Selling Techniques | 3 |
| Foundations Electives: | 3 | |
| Total Hours - Business Foundations Certificate: | 21 | |
Considering the Business Foundations Certificate?
Let's talk.
If you'd like more information to determine if the Business Foundations Certificate is right for you, fill out our contact form and we will be in touch to discuss how it fits into your schedule.
Declare your certificate.
If you're a current student taking these courses and would like to declare the Business Foundations Certificate, fill out our contact form. We will be in touch with advising support and to ensure the certificate is added to your records.
Contact Us
You can request more information about the business certificate online, or reach out to the contacts below for specific questions.
Are you a returning or transfer student?
Karen Iglio
Title: Academic Advisor I help with: Email: kiglio@iu.edu
Phone: 317-274-2147
Elizabeth L. Malatestinic
Title: Teaching Professor in HR Management and Associate Faculty Coordinator I help with: Email: emalates@iu.edu
Phone: 317-278-2601
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