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2026-2027 Catalog

Business Information Technology Certificate


Schoolcraft program code # 1YC.00242

The business information technology program is designed to meet the growing needs of industry for a new category of information technology professional.

Today’s employers increasingly request graduates who have a sound business background combined with the ability to develop or manage business computer systems.

This is a fast growing field with continual changes in hardware, software and procedures. The widespread use of computers in all areas of business has generated new positions and expanded opportunities in Information Technology. Effective use of technology enables businesses to serve customers better, access more information, be more flexible in responding to business changes and increase employee productivity. This certificate is designed to provide students with an overview of business and computer systems.

Students who satisfactorily complete the program requirements qualify for a certificate of program completion.

Program Outcomes

  • Interpret key business financial reports and relevant ratios
  • Develop solutions to business problems.
  • Create simple scripts or programs using fundamental programming techniques.
  • Develop proficiency using productivity tools.
  • Demonstrate the effective management of human capital
  • Transform domestic business understanding into applications for addressing the global marketplace
  • Characterize the role of leadership within the organization and its influence on the workforce
  • Integrate the application of the management process into a business operation
  • Demonstrate understanding of information security concepts.

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Creating Your Academic Plan

Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. Number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.

Sample Schedule of Courses


First Year


Total Credits: 15

Total Credits: 14

Spring Session


Total Credits: 5-7

Program Total: 34-36 Credits


Prior Learning Credit


Often students select a program for which they possess prior knowledge.  In some cases, students can earn college credit for this knowledge, to replace one or more courses in the program. Please see the Prior Learning Credits webpage for more information.  At least one external licensure or certification has been identified for this program meeting these criteria.