Business

Train Today, Lead Tomorrow—Your Business Career Starts Here

Adult Costs

$2,895

Program Length

16 months

Next Start Date

3/9/2026

Enroll by

February 26th

Location

Main Campus

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Prepare to Lead, Manage, and Grow with Business Training

From office skills to management training, master the skills necessary for a rewarding career in business. Whether you are looking to get a head start or update your skills and increase your marketability, this program has you covered.

Avg. Salary

$53k

for OTECH Grads

Career Growth

0.90%

by 2032 in Utah

Day in the Life

Your days are dynamic and fast-paced—filled with everything from reviewing emails to attending strategy meetings. Whether leading a project, solving operational challenges, or connecting with clients, each task requires strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. No two days are exactly alike, but each one offers new opportunities to grow, lead, and make an impact.

Career Skills You'll Learn:

Office Skills

Learn to use Microsoft 365 Copilot, the essentials of customer service, and how to write and speak professionally.

Business Management

Learn the basics of business leadership, human resource management, project management, and entrepreneurship.

Financial and Bookkeeping

Learn industry-standard records management skills, accounting, and programs such as QuickBooks online.

Sales and Marketing

Learn the basics of marketing and sales, how to manage social media marketing, sales techniques, and presentation skills.

Potential Career Paths

Administrative Assistant

Supports office operations with document creation/organization, scheduling, and communication tasks.

Customer Service Representative

Helps customers by answering questions, resolving issues, and providing product information via phone and/or in writing.

Sales Associate/Representative

Sells products or services, builds client and customer relationships, and meets sales goals.

Accounting Clerk

Maintains financial records, processes transactions, and supports bookkeeping activities.

Marketing Assistant

Supports marketing campaigns, social media, and promotional activities.

Project Coordinator

Organizes project tasks, timelines, due dates, and communication between teams.

Entrepreneur/Small Business Owner

Starts and manages a business, handling operations, employees, marketing, and finance.

Office Manager

Oversees daily office functions, staff coordination, and administrative systems.

Social Media Assistant

Creates, manages, and tracks content for social media to engage and grow audiences.

OTECH Partners who hire our Business graduates

Program Overview

The Business program provides foundational training that prepares students to excel in a career in any business setting. The program fosters a strong work ethic and independent learning, where students can cultivate knowledge, practice technical skills, and develop professional work habits. Students will have the opportunity to earn industry certifications that verify technical skills and enhance credibility. These include: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CompTia Project+, and QuickBooks.

Classroom Hours
This is a hybrid program. Core labs and hands-on skills are completed in the classroom, while some coursework may be completed independently outside of class..

Day: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Eve: M-Th 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Enrollment open to
Adults, High school students

Credit transfer options
Available to view here

Tuition & Cost

Estimated Adult Tuition and Fees
$2,895.00

Estimated Materials Cost
$571.12

Estimated High School Student Cost
$70.00

Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: Yes
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: Yes

Course Materials
TEBP 1100 Digital Literacy
MaterialRequiredNew
Cengage Cengage 1 Year Unlimited Access Cengage, ISBN: 9780357700044$229.99
Subtotal of required materials$229.99
TEBP 1130 Word Processing
MaterialRequiredNew
Microsoft Office (Simnet) Bundle$84.00
Subtotal of required materials$84.00
TEBP 1200 Professionalism
MaterialRequiredNew
Cengage Cengage 1 Year Unlimited Access Cengage, ISBN: 9780357700044$229.99
Subtotal of required materials$229.99
TEBP 1000 Financial Principles
MaterialRequiredNew
BaSIS Board without workbook$18.99
Let's Talk Accounting – Classroom Workbook$13.99
Calculator$22.65
Cengage Cengage 1 Year Unlimited Access Cengage, ISBN: 9780357700044$229.99
Subtotal of required materials$285.62
TEBP 1140 Spreadsheets
MaterialRequiredNew
Microsoft Office (Simnet) Bundle$84.00
Subtotal of required materials$84.00
TEBP 1500 Business English
MaterialRequiredNew
Cengage Cengage 1 Year Unlimited Access Cengage, ISBN: 9780357700044$229.99
Subtotal of required materials$229.99
TEBP 1550 Business Communication
MaterialRequiredNew
Cengage Cengage 1 Year Unlimited Access Cengage, ISBN: 9780357700044$229.99
Subtotal of required materials$229.99
TEBP 1150 Presentations
MaterialRequiredNew
Microsoft Office (Simnet) Bundle$84.00
Subtotal of required materials$84.00
TEBP 1300 Accounting I
MaterialRequiredNew
College Accounting: A Contemporary Approach (McGraw-Hill Connect)$68.25
Subtotal of required materials$68.25
TEBP 1350 Computerized Accounting
MaterialRequiredNew
Computer Accounting with QuickBooks Online (McGraw-Hill Connect)$95.68
Subtotal of required materials$95.68
TEBP 1700 Marketing I
MaterialRequiredNew
Marketing I (McGraw-Hill Connect)$65.00
Subtotal of required materials$65.00
TEBP 1750 Sales Fundamentals
MaterialRequiredNew
Adult Profile: DISC personality assessment & guide booklet$19.95
Sales Fundamentals (McGraw-Hill Connect)$65.00
Subtotal of required materials$84.95
TEBP 2000 Introduction to Entrepreneurship
MaterialRequiredNew
Cengage Cengage 1 Year Unlimited Access Cengage, ISBN: 9780357700044$229.99
Subtotal of required materials$229.99
TEBP 2300 Accounting II
MaterialRequiredNew
College Accounting: A Contemporary Approach (McGraw-Hill Connect)$68.25
Subtotal of required materials$68.25
TEBP 2610 Social Media Marketing
MaterialRequiredNew
Essentials of Social Media Marketing (Stukent) and Simternship Bundle$149.99
Subtotal of required materials$149.99
TEBP 2620 Fundamentals of Human Resources
MaterialRequiredNew
Fundamentals of Human Resource Management (McGraw-Hill Connect)$68.25
Subtotal of required materials$68.25
TEBP 2630 Principles of Leadership
MaterialRequiredNew
Cengage Cengage 1 Year Unlimited Access Cengage, ISBN: 9780357700044$229.99
Subtotal of required materials$229.99
TEBP 2650 Project Management Essentials
MaterialRequiredNew
Cengage Cengage 1 Year Unlimited Access Cengage, ISBN: 9780357700044$229.99
Subtotal of required materials$0.00
TEBP 2750 Customer Relationship Management
MaterialRequiredNew
Customer Relationship Management: The Foundation of Contemporary Marketing Strategy – (180 day access)$102.67
Subtotal of required materials$102.67

The Business program at OTECH has a reading requirement. Please visit this page for more information.

3/9/2026
  • Demonstrate computer proficiency by using business software to produce complex documents with speed, efficiency, and accuracy.
  • Recognize principles of leadership and management by applying them in relevant business contexts.
  • Use basic financial and accounting principles to complete general accounting functions.
  • Develop written, verbal, and digital communication skills by preparing clear, concise, and correct messages for a business environment.
  • Practice professional skills that are vital for career development and success in the workplace.
Course Syllabus →
Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
BTEC1035Microsoft PowerPoint2$190
BTEC1055Microsoft Word3$285
BTEC1066Microsoft Excel3$285
BTEC1070Essentials of Customer Service1$95
BTEC1075Critical Workplace Skills2$190
BTEC1077Practical Experience1$95
BTEC1081English and Writing Fundamentals2$190
BTEC1085Digital Literacy3$285
BTEC1090Business Communications2$190
BTEC1095Introduction to Marketing3$285
BTEC1095Introduction to Marketing3$285
BTEC1331Fundamentals of Sales2$190
BTEC1500Principles of Leadership2$190
BTEC1550Management Principles1$95
BTEC2000Social Media Marketing2$190
BTEC2005Sales Techniques and Presentations2$190
BTEC2015Customer Relationship Management2$190
BTEC2026QuickBooks3$285
BTEC2031Records Management3$285
BTEC2035Accounting I2$190
BTEC2035Accounting I2$190
BTEC2040Accounting II3$285
BTEC2045Excel for Accounting2$190
BTEC2050Fundamentals of Human Resources3$285
BTEC2056Project Management Essentials2$190
TEBP 1000Financial Principles3$285
TEBP 1100Digital Literacy2$190
TEBP 1130Word Processing2$190
TEBP 1140Spreadsheets2$190
TEBP 1150Presentations2$190
TEBP 1200Professionalism3$285
TEBP 1300Accounting I2$190
TEBP 1350Computerized Accounting3$285
TEBP 1500Business English1$95
TEBP 1550Business Communication3$285
TEBP 1700Marketing I3$285
TEBP 1750Sales Fundamentals2$190
TEBP 1840Business Productivity3$285
TEBP 2000Introduction to Entrepreneurship3$285
TEBP 2300Accounting II2$190
TEBP 2610Social Media Marketing2$190
TEBP 2620Fundamentals of Human Resources2$190
TEBP 2630Principles of Leadership2$190
TEBP 2650Project Management Essentials2$190
TEBP 2750Customer Relationship Management2$190
TEBP 2820Records Management2$190
Tracy Goertzen

Tracy brings over 30 years of experience in professional office administration and customer service to OTECH. Beginning her career as a Directory Assistance Operator, she has worked as a Legislative Correspondent for a U.S. Congressman, as a small business office administrator, and as Director of Marketing Services for Farm Bureau Insurance of Idaho. As a non-traditional returning college student, she understands the unique challenges faced by her online students. Tracy cares passionately about helping others realize their educational and professional goals and has witnessed first-hand the power of education to change lives and transform futures. She holds a Master’s Degree in Business Management and Leadership from Western Governors University.

Office Hours (by appointment)
M-F 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

tracy.goertzen@otech.edu

1(801) 627-8465