Schedule
For optimal convenience, the Business Essentials for Professionals certificate is available at 13 Penn State campuses via the Video Learning Network (VLN).
The VLN enables students at multiple campuses across Pennsylvania to participate in the same class at the same time. It combines face-to-face classroom instruction with online activities. During classroom instruction time, students are engaged in authentic, collaborative learning experiences. The online components can include multimedia-enhanced content and channels for ongoing discussion.
Campuses offering the certificate via the Video Learning Network: Penn State Altoona, Penn State Brandywine, Penn State Berks, Penn State Erie, Penn State Fayette, Penn State Greater Allegheny, Penn State Hazleton, Penn State Lehigh Valley, Penn State Mont Alto, Penn State New Kensington, Penn State Shenango, Penn State University Park, and Penn State York.
Spring 2013
Term 1
| Course | Dates and Time |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Business Information Systems (MIS 204) | Mondays, January 7–February 18 (optional final exam February 25) 6:00–9:00 p.m. |
| Introduction to Selling Techniques (MKTG 220) |
Wednesdays, January 9–February 20 (optional final exam February 27)
6:00–9:00 p.m. |
Term 2
| Course | Dates and Time |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Business (BA 100) | Mondays, March 11–April 22 (optional final exam April 29) 6:00–9:00 p.m. |
| Effective Speech (CAS 100B) | Wednesdays, March 13–April 24 (optional final exam May 1) 6:00–9:00 p.m. |
Fall 2013
Term 1
| Course | Dates and Time |
|---|---|
| Personal Selling (MKTG 220) |
Mondays, August 26–October 14
5:00–7:30 p.m. |
| Introduction to Business (BA 100) |
Wednesdays, August 28–October 16
5:00–7:30 p.m. |
Term 2
| Course | Dates and Time |
|---|---|
| Effective Speech (CAS 100) | Mondays, October 21–December 16 5:00–7:30 p.m. |
| Introduction to Business Information Systems (MIS 204) | Wednesdays, October 23–December 18 5:00–7:30 p.m. |