Entrepreneurship - NEW
Curriculum Description
The Entrepreneurship curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth as self-employed business owners.
Course work includes developing a student’s ability to make informed decisions as future business owners. Courses include entrepreneurial concepts learned in innovation and creativity, business funding, and marketing. Additional course work includes computers and economics.
Through these skills, students will have a sound education base in entrepreneurship for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared to be self-employed and open their own businesses.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Certificate
C25490EN
NC CIP: 52.0701
Day, Online
POS Approved: Fall 2026
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Fall Semster
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 139 | Entrepreneurship I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ETR 230 | Entrepreneur Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 245 | Entrepreneurship II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BUS 261 | Diversity in Mgmt | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ETR 220 | Innovation and Creativity | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ETR 240 | Funding for Entrepreneurs | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 12 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
Total Credit Hours: 18
C25490EN