Entrepreneurship: Certificate

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Program Mission

The mission of the Entrepreneurship Certificate is to prepare prospective entrepreneurs in the fundamentals of starting and operating a business. Through practical application of knowledge related to entrepreneurship in classes taught by business leaders and faculty with entrepreneurial skills, students will be prepared to start their own business venture. Graduates may also wish to apply credits earned in the certificate program towards the AAS in Marketing, Management, and Sales.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to utilize financial applications software.
Students will be able to understand the process for analyzing and marketing a business opportunity.
Students will be able to develop a business plan

This program is not currently accepting new students.

Turn your dream into a reality!

The Certificate in Entrepreneurship is designed to prepare prospective entrepreneurs to launch new ventures. Coursework includes business plan development, accounting, marketing, law, management and business communications.

During the course of the program, students learn how to research the feasibility of a business venture, formulate and present a business plan and market their venture successfully. Also covered is the importance of management and its overall impact on business success; capital acquisition and business finance; and valuable technology skills.

Students will also obtain valuable contacts and network with successful entrepreneurs, and earn college credit while learning how to start their business.

Courses are taught by a select team of college faculty and business leaders, chosen for their ability to inspire the entrepreneurial spirit.

Program Notes

Students may complete the program in 9 months (two semesters) if they attend full-time, providing course prerequisites have been met.
Full or part-time study available
Courses are available days and/or evenings. Some courses may be offered online.
Credits earned transfer directly into the AAS in Marketing, Management & Sales - Entrepreneurship Sequence.

Course Requirements

Contact Information

New Students:

Contact Admissions +1 (607) 778-5001, admissions@sunybroome.edu

Current Students:

Business and Professional Studies
+1 (607) 778-5008
Business Building, Room 104

“I wanted to start a business making and selling jewelry. I learned how to develop a business plan, apply for financing and market my products. This program gave me the confidence and knowledge to go after my dream!”

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