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.
Specific Requirements
Courses requiring a grade of “C” or better: BUS and ETR
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
Marlene Frisbee
- Email: dorismfrisbee@abtech.edu
- Phone: (828) 398-7247
Sandy Dantone
- Email: alessandrahdantone@abtech.edu
- Phone: (828) 398-7287
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.