Practical Legal Knowledge for Business Leaders

Online Business Law Certificate

Excel High School’s Business Law Certificate gives business professionals the legal insight needed to make informed, ethical decisions. Through courses in business law, employment and labor law, and intellectual property, students learn how legal frameworks shape business strategy and protect organizational interests.

Full Tuition: $2,900

Program Length: 8 Months

Total Credits: 15

Program Hours: 630

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Balance Due by Graduation: $1,900

The Business Law Certificate provides a practical understanding of the legal principles that guide modern business operations. This program is designed for entrepreneurs, managers, and business professionals—not aspiring attorneys—who want to understand how law impacts day-to-day operations. Students gain practical knowledge in contracts, compliance, and workplace regulations, building confidence to navigate business risks and communicate effectively with legal counsel.

Students begin with Introduction to Business, gaining a foundational view of how organizations operate and how legal and ethical considerations influence management practices.
In Introduction to Business Law, they explore core legal concepts such as contracts, liability, and regulatory compliance, developing a working knowledge of the legal environment in which businesses function.
Intermediate Business Law builds upon these fundamentals, diving deeper into commercial transactions, corporate structure, and dispute resolution, with an emphasis on practical business applications.
In Employment & Labor Law, students study workplace rights and responsibilities, including hiring, termination, discrimination, wages, and safety standards—knowledge critical for managers and HR professionals.
Finally, Intellectual Property Law introduces trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets, equipping learners to protect creative assets and maintain competitive advantage in today’s innovation-driven economy.

Together, these courses prepare students to identify potential legal issues before they arise, communicate confidently with legal professionals, and make decisions that align with both business goals and legal obligations.

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Required Courses for the Business Law Undergraduate Certificate

BUS-111: Introduction to Business

Credits: 3

BUS-201: Introduction to Business Law

Credits: 3

BUS-220: Intermediate Business Law

Credits: 3

BUS-241: Employment & Labor Law

Credits: 3

PLAW-226: Intellectual Property Law

Credits: 3

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