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Degree & Certificate Programs

Program Details

The Certificate in Community Banking is designed to prepare students for entry-level careers in commercial and community banking. This program emphasizes banking operations, finance, fraud prevention, lending, and community reinvestment and engagement. Graduates of this program will be qualified for a range of positions in the banking industry, especially in the Greater Boston and South Shore of Massachusetts. This certificate also articulates with associate and bachelor’s degree programs for graduates who wish to continue their studies.

Program Outcomes

After completing the program:

  1. Students will demonstrate proficiency in banking workforce skills:
    1. Identify critical issues and practices in the banking industry.
    2. Understand critical issues involving bank fraud.
    3. Define and interpret business law and banking regulations.
  2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of fundamental business practices:
    1. Communicate within professional and academic environments, both orally and in writing.
    2. Identify and utilize appropriate technologies and software.
    3. Create and analyze business reports.

Academic Map

Certificate in Community Banking (BANK-CAC)

21 credits is required. At least 16 credits of your program must be taken at Massasoit Note: Each course completed and passed can only fulfill one program requirement. The same course cannot be used to satisfy multiple program requirements.

Semester 1

3 Credits in ENGL 101
English Composition I
3 Credits in ACCT 108
Computerized Business Applications
3 Credits in BUSN 111
Personal Finance
3 Credits in BUSN 201
Business Law I

Semester 2

3 Credits in BUSN 170
Business Communication
3 Credits in BUSN 117
Critical Issues in Community Banking
3 Credits in Business elective

This academic map is a suggested semester-by-semester guide to keep you on a clear path to program completion. Please note that some classes are offered only in certain semesters, have prerequisites, or minimum passing grades. Winter and/or Summer Session classes may be available for some classes. Your academic advisor will provide you with clear direction needed to stay on course and discuss scheduling options with you. Taking courses not reflected on this map may result in courses not counting toward the completion of your requirements.