Entrepreneurship Certificate
Program code: SBME-CC
Locations: Capital, Gateway, Housatonic, Manchester, Middlesex, Quinebaug Valley
Program Description
This two-semester certificate program is designed to prepare prospective entrepreneurs with the fundamentals of starting and managing their own business. For existing business owners, the program will strengthen entrepreneurial and managerial skills. Credits earned can be applied towards an AS degree in Entrepreneurship.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify core concepts of entrepreneurship and small business management and their impact on society and the global economy.
- Describe the legal and ethical environments for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
- Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills applicable to entrepreneurship and small business management.
- Demonstrate information literacy through research skills and the use of technology.
- Apply effective written and oral communication skills to business situations.
Certificate Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ACCT 1130 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 3 |
| BENT 2170 | Small Business Management and Growth | 3 |
| BENT 2180 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| BMKT 2010 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Business Electives - Chooses two courses from: ACCT, BENT, BUSN, BFIN, BMGT, BMKT, ECON, CSA 1 | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
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