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Small Business Institute

Small Business Resources

If you're a small or medium-sized business, Mission College offers a range of helpful programs and services. Upskill your career and business skills and get ahead! Read more about what co-ops are.

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Programs Offered

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Co-Op Programs

Did you know REI and credit unions are some of many co-op businesses? Info on Succession Planning for employee-owned businesses.

Co-Op Programs
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Trade 101

A series of courses designed to support small and medium-sized businesses navigate international trade.  

TRADE 101 Courses
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Working Professional

An array of classes in Business, Accounting, Graphic Design, ESL, Hospitality and more.

Working Professional
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Working Adult

Do you work part-time and have children? Check out these programs for working adults.

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Business Information Professional

Work on your basic computer skills, including MS Excel, Google Apps, typing, and more.

Business Information
Courses for the Business Person

You can take one class or earn a complete degree. Classes are $46 per unit or about $160 with campus fees per semester.

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Bookkeeping 

Earn an Accounting degree or certificate. 

Accounting Courses
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Run a Business

Learn how to run a business and gain management skills.

Business Courses
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Learn English

Improve your speaking, listening, and grammar skills.

ESL Courses
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Computer Programming/IT

Learn the latest networking and programming skills.

CSIT Courses
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Graphic Design/Marketing

Learn InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

Design Classes
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Hospitality Management

Learn how to cook and manage a kitchen.

Hospitality Classes