# Business Information Worker (Certificate)

Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Business Computer Information Systems

Source: https://butte.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/25398/28408/28092/28065/28233

**About the Program**

**Program Goal:** Career

**GE Pattern(s):** None

**Program Code:** BIW.CC

This is the first tier of the Business Information Worker (BIW) career pathway. Students completing this beginning certificate will take courses that are designed to provide students with a solid foundation in business communication; business math; professional development; keyboarding; Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook; and additional business technology tools including collaboration tools.

Career related fields include administrative assistants, office workers, office specialists, and customer service representatives. This certificate can be completed in one semester.

**Program Learning Outcome(s):**
Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:

1.  Solve mathematical problems; analyze and interpret data; and apply sound decision-making skills.
2.  Identify and describe current technologies used in today's businesses and apply these technologies to solve business problems, improve organizational productivity, and achieve the goals of business.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required courses:** | | 13.5 |
| BCIS 13 | Business Communication | 3 |
| BCIS 18 | Introduction to Business Technology | 3 |
| BCIS 20 | Beginning Keyboarding | 1.5 |
| BCIS 28 | Microsoft Word for Windows | 3 |
| BCIS 33 | Skills for the Working Professional | 1 |
| BCIS 46 | Business Math Calculations | 2 |
| **Total** | | **13.5** |