CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT IN BOOKKEEPING

 

The bookkeeping certificate program is designed for those who are unable to attend the regular business degree program, or those who do not meet the admission standards for degree programs. This one-year program is intended to prepare students for entry level jobs in the area of business, or for those who are working to upgrade their skills in managing their own business. This program also intends to reduce the FSM reliance on a foreign skilled work force and help the citizens of FSM to be productive members of the society, able to contribute to the general welfare and economic development of FSM. High school graduates or those who pass GED are eligible for admission into the program.

 

Program Learning Outcomes

 

Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be able to:

 

1. Demonstrate proper bookkeeping techniques for a small business.

2. Demonstrate general computer competence and information technology literacy.

3. Describe small business management techniques.

4. Communicate effectively in English for business purposes.

5. Perform business computations and apply logic as needed.

6. File documents properly and use common office machines.