Business certificate programs are typically shorter than associate and bachelor's degree programs. Generally speaking, a business certificate program can be completed in one to 12 months. Furthermore, certificate programs often focus on a particular specialization of business, such as applied management, advertising, basic accounting, business administration, financial management or human resources management. Certificate programs in e-business or e-commerce, technical writing and nonprofit management may also be available.
After earning a certificate in business, you may be able to find a position as an administrative assistant, an office clerk, a word processing clerk, a retail store specialist or a sales associate.