ESL Milestone - Pathway to Transfer - Business Success Certificate of Achievement
The ESL Milestone - Pathway to Transfer: Business Success Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare English Language learners (ELLs) for the academic rigor of degree-applicable coursework in various Academic and Careers Pathways Majors. Students completing these certificates have achieved academic English reading and writing skills at an advanced, post-secondary level; they have also achieved success in prerequisite or introductory coursework in a variety of degree, certificate, or general education patterns. These two elements combine to demonstrate significant achievement of a milestone along their pathways to Business Success degrees, certificates, or transfer. At least 50% of all major course work must be completed at Grossmont College. This certificate requires a total of 19 - 21 units.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:- Communicate well-organized information, arguments and opinions through various modalities, including speaking and writing.
- Analyze and evaluate academic texts to prepare for and complete academic writing.
- Interact effectively with others in group work to complete academic tasks and work well in cross-cultural situations, taking into account others’ diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities.
Note: All courses must be completed with a "C" or higher or "Pass."
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ESL-105 | Rhetoric for Academic Success | 6 |
| ESL-115 | Exploring U.S. Cultures | 6 |
| ESL-122 | College Rhetoric | 6 |
| Select one of the following: | 1-3 | |
| Introduction to Business | ||
| Entrepreneurship: Developing a Business Plan | ||
| Introduction to International Business | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Effective Job Search | ||
| Office Systems and Procedures | ||
| Essential Word | ||
| Essential Excel | ||
| Total Units | 19-21 | |
Any student who chooses to complete only the requirements listed above qualifies for a Certificate of Achievement. An official request must be filed with the Admissions and Records Office prior to the deadline as stated in the Academic Calendar.