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    Lead and Succeed in Business

    Whether you dream of launching a startup, leading a team, or making gains for a major company, our program provides the education and training to make it happen. With flexible online and on-campus classes, students can start or advance their career. Gain practical, real-world skills that apply across industries—whether you’re preparing for a new career, growing in your field, or planning to transfer to a four-year university.

    “As a dual enrollment student, I wasn't sure what to expect, but the experience was amazing. The instructor made the material easy to understand, and I actually started applying what I learned to my own online store.” Merritt Business Student

    “The Business Department at Merritt College helped me discover my passion for entrepreneurship. The professors were not only knowledgeable but also incredibly supportive.” Merritt Business Student

    Certificates

    Certificate of Proficiency (CP) – Entrepreneurship (15-17 units)

    Gain the skills and knowledge to launch and grow successful businesses through hands-on training in strategy, finance, marketing, and innovation.

    Certificate of Achievement (CA) – Digital Marketing (16 units)

    Prepare for job-ready roles across sectors by combining core marketing principles with practical technical skills. Can be completed in one year with an optional Facebook certification.

    Certificate of Achievement (CA) – Digital Investment (9 units)

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    Certificate of Proficiency (CP) – Human Resource Management (15 units)

    Explore the HR management career path and prepare for entry-level HR support roles, with the option to continue toward a Business transfer degree.

    Certificate of Achievement (CA) – Business Management (22-23 units)

    Learn how to coordinate resources and lead within organizations, with the option to specialize in HR or entrepreneurship/small business management.

    Certificate of Achievement (CA) – Accounting (18 units)

    Prepare for entry-level roles in accounting and bookkeeping through real-world training, and earn your certificate in just one year.

    Degrees

    Degrees are awarded upon the satisfactory completion of the major course and General Education requirements.

    Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) – Business Administration 2.0 (60 units)

    Complete lower-division requirements and transfer to a CSU as a junior, with a clear path to earn your Bachelor’s Degree in just 60 more units.

    Associate in Arts Degree (AA) – Accounting (60 units)

    Gain real-world skills for careers in public and private accounting, and qualify by completing the major and General Education requirements.

    Contact Information

    Vida Zendehname

    Department Chair
    Vida Zendehnam
    vzendehnam@peralta.edu
    (925) 247-4240

    Diane Chang

    Division II Interim Dean,
    Math, Science, and
    Applied Technology
    Diane Chang 
    dtchang@peralta.edu

    Staff Assistant
    Danielle Black
    danielleblack@peralta.edu

    Counselors

    Tanya Ilarde
    CE Counseling Office
    Building S | Room 438
    (510) 434-3938
    MCCareerEd@peralta.edu

    Marlo Beall
    CE Counseling Office
    Building S | Room 438
    (510) 434-3938
    MCCareerEd@peralta.edu

    Marisela Carvalho
    CE Counseling Office
    Building S | Room 438
    (510) 434-3938
    MCCareerEd@peralta.edu

    Faculty

    Fereshteh MofidiFereshteh Mofidi, MBA, Global Management Business Faculty
    Business Departments Chair
    Building P-111
    femofidi@peralta.edu
    (510) 436-2642
    (925) 247-4240 (cell)    		 Shahbaz ShahbaziDr. Shahbaz Shahbazi
    sshahbazi@peralta.edu
    (510) 436-2400    		 Simon ChanSimon Chan, BS in CIS,
    Master’s in accounting, MBA
    Administer of Credit by Exam
    Building P-106
    ychan@peralta.edu
    (510) 434-3819
    Vida ZendehnameVida Zendehname 
    vzendehnam@peralta.edu    		 Behzad AbkenariBehzad Abkenari, MBA Kenneth SmithMr. Kenneth Smith, MBA
    Malahat FardadiMalahat Fardadi, PHD, MBA Rashima SonsonRashima Sonson, MBA
    SSGB CTE
    E-commerce & Entrepreneurship Instructor    		 Simak NazariSimak Nazari, MBA

     

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