This certificate presents the business concepts necessary to compete in the International Global Marketplace. It prepares students to import, export, and/or establish an overseas business presence. This program is designed for both the individual entrepreneur and the established company executive. Students will evaluate cross-cultural issues of marketing a product or service, explain the functions of the U.S. Customs Agency and other regulatory agencies, and describe the documentation required by each agency.

The Certificate is granted to students who have completed at least 12 semester units of the required courses at Glendale Community College. All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or a “P” grade.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to evaluate cross-cultural issues of marketing a product or service; explain the functions of the U.S. Customs Agency and other regulatory agencies; and describe the documentation required by each agency. 

Certificate Program Map

 

REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE UNITS
ACCTG 101

Financial Accounting

5
BUSAD 101 Introduction to Business 3
BUSAD 106
or
CABOT 105

Written Business Communications

Intro to Office Correspondence

3
or
3
BUSAD 170 Introduction to International Business 3
CHOOSE TWO OF THE FOLLOWING
BUSAD 120 Business Law I 3
BUSAD 158 Run Your Own Business 3
BUSAD 162 Principles of Marketing 3
BUSAD 178 Introduction to International Finance 3
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED 20

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

Fall 2025 GCC Catalog 2025-2026
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.