Business and Administrative Services
Certification is an assessment process that demonstrates an individual has the skills and knowledge to successfully meet the performance standards established by an industry for an occupational area. The certifications contained in this section are organized by industry sector with links to the certifying entity.
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Administrative Professional |
Certified Administrative Professional |
International Association of Administrative Professionals |
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Office and Administrative Support |
Certified Forms Systems Professional |
Business Forms Management Association International |
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| Business Accountant |
Accredited Business Accountant |
Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation |
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| Bookkeeper |
Certified Bookkeeper |
American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers |
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| Tax Preparer |
Accredited Tax Advisor |
Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation |
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| Freight Forwarder |
Cargo Certified Customs Specialist |
National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America, Inc. |
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Human Resource Professional |
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) |
Society for Human Resource Management |
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Materials Management Professional |
Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) |
The Association for Operations Management |
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| Payroll Professional |
Certified Payroll Professional |
American Payroll Association |
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| Purchasing Professional |
Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) |
Institute for Supply Management |
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