Entrepreneurship Certificate

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Entrepreneurship Certificate

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The Entrepreneurship Certificate is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, early-stage business owners, and innovative thinkers seeking to transform ideas into actionable business opportunities. Students will gain the foundational knowledge, practical skills, and entrepreneurial framework necessary to start, grow, and sustain a business in today’s dynamic and competitive environment. Students will work through their own entrepreneurial ideas during their coursework.

Courses requiring a grade of “C” or better: BUS, ECO and MKT

Courses in this program

Course Code Course Credit Hours Link to course details

This course provides a survey of the starting and operating of an entrepreneurial venture. Topics include new venture creation, the business plan, economics of the business, determining resource needs and acquiring resources, marketing, technology, leadership skills, and business ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship concepts and how to use the entrepreneurial mindset to succeed in their careers.

View course details for Intro to Entrepreneurship ‌‌

This course introduces students to basic legal concepts specifically relevant to a business start-up venture. Topics include bailments and documents of title, nature, and form of sales, risk and property rights, obligations and performance, business organizations, and agency and employment. Upon completion, students should be able to assess the legal responsibilities of a business start-up.

View course details for Law for Entrepreneurs ‌‌

This course provides a study of developing and enhancing individual and organizational creativity and innovation. Topics include that innovation needs to be applied to products, services, and processes to increase competitive advantages and add value to businesses. Upon completion, students should be able to apply innovation and creativity principles in the workplace.

View course details for Innovation and Creativity ‌‌
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This course covers theory, strategies, techniques, and tactics for negotiating contracts, and principles and practices of negotiations for government, corporate, or institutional procurements. Topics include the preparation and conduct of negotiations and methods of dealing with situations under different types of negotiations. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively negotiate contracts.

View course details for Contract Negotiations ‌‌

This course covers the techniques to correctly research and define the target market to increase sales for start-up businesses or to expand current businesses. Topics include how to target the market and meet customers’ needs with a limited budget in the early stages of the life of a start-up business. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of how to correctly target the market for a start-up business with limited resources.

View course details for Entrepreneur Marketing ‌‌

This course introduces current and emerging entrepreneurship issues and opportunities. Topics include franchising, import/export, small business taxes, legal structures, negotiations, contract management, and time management. Upon completion, students should be able to apply a variety of analytical and decision-making requirements to start a new business.

View course details for Entrepreneurship Issues ‌‌
Total Credit Hours Required:
18

The Entrepreneurship Certificate is offered in a 100% online format. Distance learning allows the degree to be completed around the student’s personal schedule without the need to travel to a physical location.

Curriculum is based on the 2024-2025 catalog.

Good To Know

Earning an Entrepreneurship Certificate can position students for success in various entrepreneurial ventures or within innovative roles in established organizations:

Entrepreneurial classes offer students a wide range of benefits:

  • Skill Development: Learn essential skills such as business planning, financial management, marketing, and strategic thinking. These skills are crucial for starting and running a successful business.
  • Networking Opportunities: Meet like-minded individuals, potential business partners, mentors, and investors. Building a strong network can provide support, advice, and opportunities for collaboration.
  • Marketing and Sales: Gain insights into effective marketing strategies, customer acquisition, and sales techniques.
  • Access to Expertise: Instructors in entrepreneurship classes are experienced professionals and/or successful entrepreneurs themselves. Their guidance and insights are invaluable and offer real-world perspectives and practical advice.
  • Mentorship and Guidance: Receive guidance from business professionals and entrepreneurs who can provide valuable insights, advice, and feedback on your business ideas and plans.
  • Understanding of Market Dynamics: Learn about market research, consumer behavior, and competitive analysis, which are essential for identifying business opportunities and making informed decisions.
  • Improved Problem-Solving Skills: Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by working on real-life business challenges and case studies.
  • Increased Confidence: Gain confidence in your ability to start and manage a business.
  • Self-Discipline and Time Management: Develop self-discipline and time management skills essential for entrepreneurial success

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All Entrepreneurship courses are offered in an online format and Financial Aid is available.

Students enrolled in the Entrepreneurship Certificate program may be eligible for various forms of financial aid to help cover the cost of tuition and related expenses. Available financial aid options include:

  • Federal Student Loans: Low-interest loans available to eligible students through federal aid programs.
  • Scholarships and Grants: Provided to students who demonstrate financial need.