This certificate offers students exposure to the five essential functions of a manager: planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling, providing students with a foundation in strategic and operational management practices. Students will develop listening skills crucial for effective leadership and teamwork, enabling them to foster stronger interpersonal relationships and facilitate better decision-making processes. The skill award equips students with the necessary tools to plan, deliver, and evaluate various types and lengths of speeches and oral presentations, fostering confidence in their communication abilities and preparing them to convey ideas persuasively to diverse audiences.

The Certificate is granted to students who have completed the requisite units outlined in the major requirements with at least 6 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 understand the five functions of a manager: planning, organizing, staffing, leading and controlling; learn to listen effectively; and plan, present, and evaluate speeches and other oral presentations. 

Certificate Program Map

REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE UNITS
 BUSAD 110 Human Relations in Business 3 
BUSAD 141 Introduction to Management 3 

BUSAD 152
or
COMM C1000

Management Communications - Oral
or
Introduction to Public Speaking

 3
or
3
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED 9
*Financial Aid Ineligible  
 
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES.  SEE A COUNSELOR FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
Spring 2026 GCC Catalog Addendum 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.