Business Legal Foundations

Why Business Legal Foundations?

Understanding the legal side of business builds confidence, reduces risk, and strengthens decision-making in the workplace. In this certificate, you’ll gain foundational knowledge of business law and legal concepts that affect everyday operations, contracts, and professional responsibilities. You’ll learn how legal principles apply across industries and why they matter in real-world business situations.

This certificate is a focused, short-term sprint designed to advance students on their career or educational path. Develop targeted, real-world skills for career advancement or prepare for next steps in a degree program. Enroll today to accelerate your career and get to the next level in your current job or field of choice.

Interpret basic legal terminology and concepts used in business environments.
Recognize common legal issues related to contracts, liability, and employment.
Apply ethical and legal reasoning to workplace scenarios.
Support sound business decisions with foundational legal awareness.
Strengthen professional judgment when navigating rules, policies, and regulations.
Build a strong base for continued study in business, management, or legal-related programs.

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Program Facts

Total Credits

6 Credits

Degree Type

Certificate

Program Length

Less Than One Year

Delivery Method

In Person, Online, Online Live, Hybrid

Location

Adams, Marshfield, Stevens Point Downtown, Wisconsin Rapids, Online

Start Dates

Fall, Spring, Summer

Estimated Program Cost

$1,252.81

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Financial Aid Eligibility

Not Eligible

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Program Details

Take a closer look at what the program offers and what to expect.

Program Courses

Here is the full list of courses you’ll take in the program.

Program Outcomes

Employers will expect graduates of this program to be able to:

Understand key employment and business laws and apply them in real-world scenarios.
Analyze legal issues related to employee rights, workplace regulations, and business operations.
Navigate legal challenges such as fraud, torts, intellectual property, and business contracts.
Apply ethical decision-making and legal theory to business practices and compliance.

Employability Skills

Alongside your career training, you'll develop key workplace strengths. Explore the additional skills you'll build.

Employability Skills (PDF)

Technical Standards

To succeed in this program, you'll need to meet certain technical standards. These are the key skills and abilities needed for the program and future career success—with or without reasonable accommodations. Be sure to review them carefully before you apply.

Technical Standards (PDF)

Career pathways help you build your education step by step. Each stage offers one or more credentials that are recognized by employers and lead to real jobs—and you can keep building toward your career goals as you go.

Prior Learning

Certificate

Technical Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Get credit for what you already know. You may be able to earn college credit for prior learning through skills you’ve gained through high school classes, previous college work, self-study, military training, jobs, or volunteer experience.

Credit for Prior Learning
High School Dual Credit
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