The Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship equips students with the knowledge, tools, and mindset needed to launch new ventures, drive innovation within existing organizations, and create sustainable value in a rapidly changing economy. Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders, the program blends theory with practical application to foster creative problem-solving and strategic thinking.

Students will explore the entrepreneurial journey—from idea generation and market validation to business planning, financing, and growth strategies. Coursework emphasizes startup principles, opportunity recognition, and risk management while incorporating real-world case studies and hands-on projects.

The certificate can be completed as a standalone credential or as part of another graduate degree program.

General Graduate Program Requirements

Graduate School policies and standards can be found on the Graduate School Policies page. 

The minimum GPA for any graduate program is 3.0. Individual programs may require more than a 3.0 to remain in good standing. 

The minimum grade for a course to be accepted toward any master’s or doctoral requirement is C. The minimum grade for a course to be accepted toward a certificate program is B-. Individual programs may require higher grades for specific courses.

Graduate Certificate - Entrepreneurship

Course Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Required Courses
Complete all of the following courses:
MBA 694	Seminar (Entrepreneurship)	2
MBA 694	Seminar (Real World Entrepreneurship)	2
MBA 694	Seminar (Venture Launch)	1
MBA 692	Independent Study (Self-Designed Capstone or Leveraging Public Funds)	1
or MBA 694	Seminar
Electives
Complete 6 credits from the following courses:		6
BFIN 651	Cornerstone of Graduate Finance
BMGT 640	Organizational Behavior
BMGT 650	Business Ethics
MBA 645	Interpersonal Perspectives
MBA 692	Independent Study
MBA 694	Seminar
MBA 698	Internship
Other elective as approved by the Graduate Director
Total Hours		12