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$79.28 Hourly Wage | 750 Annual job openings
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
8,792 Chief Executives are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 4.6% over the next four years.
$49.54 Hourly Wage | 7,873 Annual job openings
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.
83,505 General and Operations Managers are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 2.5% over the next four years.
$60.49 Hourly Wage | 1,108 Annual job openings
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.
12,406 Sales Managers are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 2.6% over the next four years.
$42.65 Hourly Wage | 501 Annual job openings
Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.
5,367 Administrative Services Managers are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 2.5% over the next four years.
$59.39 Hourly Wage | 126 Annual job openings
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers.
1,432 Purchasing Managers are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 3.4% over the next four years.
$46.50 Hourly Wage | 516 Annual job openings
Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable government laws or regulations. Includes logistics managers.
5,214 Transportation and Storage Managers are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 3.8% over the next four years.
This is a short-term 12-credit program that introduces you to core business concepts like management, marketing, and finance. It is designed to help you understand how businesses operate and prepare you for entry-level roles in different industries.
It’s a great fit if you’re a beginner or a career changer wanting a broad overview. If you’re not ready to commit to a full degree yet, this lets you test the waters and explore different career paths first.
You will take courses that cover key business topics such as financial accounting, business communication, and management principles. These classes help you understand how different parts of a business work together in real-world situations.
It’s much faster. While a degree is a long-term commitment, this certificate focuses on foundational, job-ready skills. It’s the perfect starting point if you want to gain knowledge now and decide on an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree later.
No. Because this is a College Credit Certificate (CCC) and not a full degree, you don’t need to submit SAT or ACT scores. As long as you have a high school diploma or GED, you can apply and start working on your business skills immediately.
It’s extremely flexible. You aren’t tied to a specific login time or a physical classroom. Because the courses are asynchronous, you can finish your work whenever it fits your schedule, whether that’s at 5:00 AM or midnight.
Yes, the program focuses on job-ready skills like communication, problem-solving, and basic business operations. These are commonly used in entry-level roles and can help you stand out when applying for jobs.
Yes, and that’s the smartest way to use it. This is a “stackable” certificate, meaning all 12 credits flow directly into the 60-credit Associate in Science (AS) in Business Administration. You essentially complete 20% of your Associate degree while earning this specialized credential, allowing you to move toward a full degree without ever repeating a class.
You’re never on your own. MDC Online gives you dedicated academic advisors, 24/7 tech support, and even online tutoring. You’ll have the same resources and career services as our on-campus students.
It builds a rock-solid foundation. Whether you want to move into marketing, operations, or management, these 12 credits give you the specialized knowledge to land your first role and the academic momentum to pursue higher-level degrees later.
Miami Dade College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution which does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, ethnicity, pregnancy, sexual orientation or genetic information. To obtain more information about the College’s equal access and equal opportunity policies, procedures and practices, please contact the College’s Civil Rights Compliance Officer: Cindy Lau Evans, Director, Equal Opportunity Programs/ ADA Coordinator/ Title IX Coordinator, at (305) 237-2577 (Voice) or 711 (Relay Service). 11011 SW 104 St., Room 1102-01; Miami, FL 33176. [email protected]
