Small Business Undergraduate Certificate

If you own a small business or are thinking of starting one, the University of Mary’s Small Business Undergraduate Certificate will provide you with a solid foundation of core business skills designed to facilitate your success. The credits from this certificate can be applied towards a bachelor’s degree at the University of Mary.

If you own a small business or are thinking about starting one, this 9-credit, 15-week undergraduate certificate program taught by seasoned professionals will help take your venture to the next level.

Take the First Step
Get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission.
We will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance so you can enroll and begin your classes!

At a Glance

89%
Percentage of U.S. businesses with fewer than 20 employees

Program Length

9 credits/3 courses/15 weeks

Formats

  • Online
  • Evening classes at our locations in Bismarck, ND; Fargo, ND; Watford City, ND; and Billings, MT
  • Blended, combining online and in-person classes

Tuition per Credit

$450

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Is This the Degree For Me?

Who It’s For

  • Small business owners
  • Anyone preparing to start a small business and would like to strengthen their foundational business principles
  • Students who want to take the first step to earning a bachelor's in business

Career Paths

  • Small Business Owner
  • Business Partner
  • Entrepreneur
  • Freelancer

What You’ll Learn

  • How to confidently apply accounting best practices to manage your business finances.
  • Why applying the fundamentals of human relations are a must for any small business, no matter what size.
  • How to apply the principles of finance when your business needs to seek additional capital or when seeking startup funding.
  • When and how to focus on organizational development and training.

Program Details

Course Requirements

Please visit our catalog for a list of all courses and credits.

Your first step is to get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission. We will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance so you can enroll and begin your classes!

  • Online
  • Evening classes at our locations in Bismarck, ND; Fargo, ND; Watford City, ND; and Billings, MT
  • Blended, combining online and in-person classes

If you are serving or have served our country, we sincerely thank you. Our military services office is here to work closely with active duty, retired, reserve, and eligible family members qualified for military benefits. Learn how we can help you with the application process and review the benefits you have earned.

  • Tuition: $450/credit
  • Technology fee: $30 per credit
  • Parking fee (evening class participants only): $25 per semester

For a full list of fees, visit our Tuition and Fees page.

The University of Mary is committed to putting your educational goals within reach. Learn what scholarships you qualify for.

The following will be needed when you have applied for admission so we can get you accepted into the certificate program:

  • Official transcripts
    • Attended the University of Mary before? Then we’ll get your Mary transcript for you!
    • At most other schools, you can request transcripts by going to the National Student Clearinghouse or by contacting the registrar’s office. 
    • Have your transcripts sent to:
      Office of Admissions
      University of Mary
      7500 University Drive
      Bismarck, ND 58504
    • Or request to send electronic transcripts to registrar@umary.edu

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