The Certificate of Technical Studies in Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management can help you take your ideas, skills, or existing business to the next level and create a business that can financially support yourself and others. Coursework helps you develop an entrepreneurial mindset and understand entrepreneurial finance, small business management, marketing, and legal issues for small business owners. The internet has greatly expanded the possibilities for small entrepreneurs, allowing businesses to establish niche audiences and clientele around the world.
All courses in this certificate program may be applied to the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management, Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management Concentration.
Outcomes for Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management CTS
After completing this program, students will also be able to:
- Apply the financial, management, and marketing skills needed to be successful when opening a business
- Identify and analyze innovative business opportunities, assessing the viability of concepts
- Develop and refine business idea(s) from concept through a complete business plan
- Demonstrate excellent business communication skills
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Courses 1 | ||
| ACCT 1100 | Fundamentals of Accounting | 3 |
| or ACCT 2400 | Principles of Fin Accounting | |
| BUSN 1150 | Survey of Microcomputer App | 3 |
| BUSN 1400 | Business Math with Excel | 3 |
| BUSN 1500 | Starting Your Own Business | 3 |
| BUSN 1510 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| BUSN 2100 | Management | 3 |
| BUSN 2190 | Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| BUSN 2000 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| BUSN 2500 | Financing for Entrepreneurs | 3 |
| Total Hours | 27 | |
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Must earn a grade of “C” or better.