Being an entrepreneur means coming up with a cool idea, working hard to make it happen, taking some risks, and hopefully, having fun and making some money along the way. It's a bit like an adventure where you get to be the captain of your own ship!
Entrepreneurial studies trains you to perform, develop, market, and manage the skills you need to own and operate a business.
The benefits of an Entrepreneurship Certificate
An entrepreneurship certificate can offer several benefits to individuals interested in starting their own business or pursuing a career in entrepreneurship, including:
Develop entrepreneurial skills that provide individuals with the opportunity to learn key skills and knowledge needed to start and grow a successful business, such as business planning, financial management, marketing, and leadership.
Build a network that connect you with other entrepreneurs, mentors, and industry expertsto create a network of contacts and resources.
Enhance credibility that demonstrates your commitment to entrepreneurship and a level of expertise that enhances your credibility with potential investors, partners, and customers.
Access resources such as incubators, funding opportunities, and mentorship programs that can support you while starting and growing your business.
Advance your career with additional credentials and skills to help advance your career or transition into a new field.
Overall, an entrepreneurship certificate can help you gain the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to start and grow a successful business or pursue a career of your own design.
You'll focus on business plan development through activities tailored to your entrepreneurial goals. Consult with program faculty to determine the combination of elective courses that will best meet your goals.
Location:
Austin, Albert Lea, Owatonna, Online
Program Starts:
Fall & Spring Course Plan:
Two Semesters Faculty: Heather Earl | 507-379-3351 | Heather.Earl@riverland.edu
Required Courses
BUSA2043
Principles of Marketing
3 CR
BUSA2070
Entrepreneurship
4 CR
One course from the following list:
BUSA1060
Computer Concepts and Applications
3 CR
BUSA2032
Business Law - Legal Environment
3 CR
BUSA2042
Principles of Management
3 CR
BUSA2065
Introduction to International Business
3 CR
Elective Courses -6 credits from the following courses:
BUSA Courses
Additional electives from Required electives not already taken
3-6 CR
Internship
BUSA2102, BUSA2103, BUSA2104
2-4 CR
ACCT1021
Excel™ Spreadsheet Applications
3 CR
ACCT1022
QuickBooks™ Certification Training
3 CR
ACCT2011
Principles of Financial Accounting
4 CR
ACCT2012
Principles of Managerial Accounting
4 CR
AGBS2000
Introduction to Agribusiness Management
3 CR
AUTO2462
Automotive Service, ADAS and AV Internship
2 CR
BUSO1620
Introduction to Computer
2 CR
CARP2310
Commercial/Residential Construction Internship
4 CR
CMBT1500
Construction Planning and Scheduling
3 CR
COSM1255
Fundamentals of Selling and Business Opportunities
3 CR
CPRO1060
Digital Video
2 CR
CPRO1590
Web Page Design I with Graphic Design
3 CR
CPRO1595
Web Page Design II with Responsive Design
3 CR
CPRO1750
Intro to Social Media Marketing
4 CR
CPRO2000
Network Security Fundamentals
3 CR
CPRO2120
Implementing Cloud Services Capstone
6 CR
DESL2226
Diesel Technology Internship
4 CR
FBMT2180
Strategies in Farm Commodity Marketing
3 CR
FSCI1030
Food Product Development
3 CR
GSCM1510
Workplace Human Relations
2 CR
MASS1610
Clinical Experience and Internship
5 CR
MUSC1120
Engaging People with Music
1 CR
MUSC1200
Intro to Digital Audio & Music Production
3 CR
PHED2290
Personal Trainer Field Experience
2 CR
SMGT2000
Accounting for Non-Financial Managers
2 CR
TRDR1130
Internship
8 CR
For in-depth information including outcomes, program fees, course descriptions, and more please
visit the
Entrepreneurship
program page at riverland.edu.
