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Consumer Relations Certificate (B0326)

This certificate program provides semi-professional training for those who seek immediate employment with the public sector or business establishments such as finance, retail, utilities and telecommunications.  Students desiring a Bachelor's Degree (transfer program) should consult with a counselor or advisor to discuss transferability of courses.

The possession of a Certifcate of Achievement is favorably recognized by government, business, and industry and is frequently a requirement for professional advancement.
Additional courses beyond those required will enhance student's knowledge in a speciality area.  Consult with a professor of Family and Consumer Sciences for further information.

Certificate requirements state that at least half of the required number of units be taken at Mt. San Antonio College and that in each course taken toward a certificate, a grace of "C" or better must be earned.  Students who are in the last semester of a certificate program must complete a Certificate Application form in order to be awarded the Certificate.

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Consumer Relations Certificate (B0326)

To find out more about any of the courses, click on its course number below.

Requirements for the Certificate
  Required Courses:
  • FCS 41 -- Life Management (3.0 units) CSU
  • FCS 80 -- Financial Planning (3.0 units) CSU
    • --or--
  • BUSA 71 -- Financial Planning (3.0 units) CSU
  • FCS 51 -- Consumer Skills, Issues, and Strategies (3.0 units)
  • BUSO 25 -- Business Communications (3.0 units) CSU
  • BUSO 26 -- Oral Communications for Business (3.0 units)
Recommended Electives:
  • BUSS 36 -- Principles of Marketing (3.0 units) CSU
  • BUSL 18 -- Business Law (3.0 units) CSU, UC
    • --or--
  • BUSL 18H -- Business Law - Honors (3.0 units) CSU, UC
  • SOC 20 -- Sociology of Ethnic Relations (3.0 units) CSU, UC
    • --or--
  • SOC 20H -- Sociology of Ethnic Relations - Honors (3.0 units) CSU, UC
  • FCS 91 -- Work Experience in Family or Consumer Sciences (1.0 unit)
Total units = 15.0

Certificate Level Student Learning Outcomes:


Students completing the Consumer Relations Certificate (B0326) program will:
  1. demonstrate meaningful self-evaluation related to increasing their lifelong personal well-being.
  2. be able to identify, prioritize, and evaluate their personal goals; evaluate the importance of early retirement planning; and identify consumer related government agencies.
  3. be able to determine their short term, intermediate and long term goals.
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
Gainful Employment Disclosure:  Click here to review the Gainful Employment Disclosure for this certificate.
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