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Business & Information Technology

Embark on a transformative journey in your career by enrolling in Iowa Western’s Continuing Education classes focused on Business and Information Technology. Elevate your skill set, stay abreast of industry trends, or initiate a new professional chapter with our courses tailored to meet the ever-evolving demands of the dynamic business landscape. Explore fresh horizons and chart your course to success with Iowa Western’s innovative and comprehensive educational offerings.

Some of the classes at Iowa Western Continuing Education include:

  • Comp TIA Network +
  • Comp TIA Security +
  • Excel Level 1
  • Excel Level 2
  • Using Generative AI in Your Small Business
  • + Many More

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Available Courses

   04/09/24 - Council Bluffs Campus
Start Date: 04/09/24
End Date: 04/09/24
Seats Available:
Cost: $
Location: Council Bluffs Campus
   08/19/24 - Council Bluffs Campus

Aug 19th- Dec 13th  Online Via Canvas 

Fundamentals of Web Programming teaches how to create, design, publish, and maintain a website. Students learn HTML, DHTML, and CSS using website creation software. Design considerations such as usability download time and aesthetics are emphasized. 

Start Date: 08/19/24
End Date: 12/13/24
Seats Available:
Cost: $400
Location: Council Bluffs Campus
   08/19/24 - Council Bluffs Campus

Aug 19th- Dec 13th online class via Canvas 

Introduction to programming uses programming languages to teach the basics of good programming and algorithm development, with emphasis on logic, functions, debugging and graphical user interfaces. 

Start Date: 08/19/24
End Date: 12/13/24
Seats Available:
Cost: $400
Location: Council Bluffs Campus
   08/19/24 - Council Bluffs Campus

Aug 19th- Dec 13th   Online class via Canvas 

Fundamentals of Network Security provides a fundamental understanding of network security principles and implementation. Students examine the technologies used and principles involved in creating a secure computer networking environment. 

Prerequisite: Operating Systems. 

Start Date: 08/19/24
End Date: 12/12/24
Seats Available:
Cost: $400
Location: Council Bluffs Campus
   08/19/24 - Council Bluffs Campus

Aug 19th- Dec 13th Online Via Canvas 

Principles of Accounting I introduces accounting fundamentals using the balance sheet approach and branches into journals, ledgers, financial statements, and developing the accrual method. Topics include inventory valuation and cost of goods sold, plant and equipment, internal control, current and long-term liabilities, receivables, interest, and payroll. 

Start Date: 08/19/24
End Date: 12/13/24
Seats Available:
Cost: $400
Location: Council Bluffs Campus
   08/19/24 - Council Bluffs Campus

Aug 19th - Dec 13th Online via Canvas 

Information Computing presents the basic concepts of information systems and computer literacy. The course incorporates theory as well as hands-on practice which focuses on spreadsheets and database management systems. 

Start Date: 08/19/24
End Date: 12/13/24
Seats Available:
Cost: $400
Location: Council Bluffs Campus


Refunds: You may cancel your registration 5 business days prior to the start of the class date and receive a 100% refund excluding the $50 non-refundable processing fee. If contacting outside Iowa Western Community College’s Continuing Education Department during business hours, leave a voicemail or send the department an email. Iowa Western’s Continuing Education is not responsible for refunds if contact is not pursued via voicemail and or email. In compliance with the IWCC policy, refunds will only be produced in the form of a check. A check will be issued within 14 business days after the refund is admitted to the customer. Refund will be sent to the customer’s address that is on file. Certain program restrictions may apply. Contact Continuing Education for more details at ce@iwcc.edu.

Cancellations: Iowa Western reserves the right to cancel any class where difficulties arise in staffing or scheduling or where a minimum enrollment is not achieved. A full refund will be issued for all canceled classes.

Transfers/Withdrawals: Transfers may be subject to $25.00 transfer fee. Non-attendance for a class does not constitute a withdrawal and refunds are not issued for non-attendance. Transfers may be made up to two full business days (unless otherwise noted in the class information) prior to the start date of the class. After that time, transfers will not be permitted and no refund will be issued.