Entrepreneurship

Certificate Technical Degree

Dream of running your own business? Our entrepreneurship programs provide the skills you need—management, planning, leadership, and more. Explore degree and certificate options in Houston or online.

What You’ll Learn

Introductory accounting
Small business management
Principles of selling
Human relations
Leadership
Marketing
And much more!

Career Opportunities

You’ll be prepared to start a business of your own—of any type. The opportunities are endless, and can range from retail to wholesale to manufacturing.

Locations

Central Campus
Generation Park Campus
North Campus
South Campus
San Jac Online

Entrepreneurial and Small Business Management, Associate of Applied Science

Technical Degree

The AAS degree is designed to combine entrepreneurial theory with hands-on, real-world application. This program gives you the skills needed to own, manage, and grow successful businesses. Tailored for aspiring and established entrepreneurs, the curriculum emphasizes innovative business strategies, leadership development, market analysis, and effective problem-solving.

2 Years

If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 60 credits for this certificate in four terms.

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Entrepreneurial and Small Business Management, Certificate of Technology

Certificate

With this Certificate of Technology, you'll learn key aspects of entrepreneurship like market analysis, creative thinking, strategic planning, and communication. You'll also build leadership and teamwork skills to help you succeed in today’s fast-changing business world.

1 Year

If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 30 credits for this certificate in two terms.

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Entrepreneurial and Small Business Management, Level 2 Certificate

Certificate

The Level 2 Certificate prepares you for the degree program, an entry-level career, or advancement in your current career. The program requires a practicum experience to take your learning outside the classroom and try your skills in real life.

1.5 Years

If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 45 credits for this certificate in three terms.

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Students can choose to launch their own business or move on to a Bachelor's degree in business, by transferring to a 4 year university. Learn more about transferring.

Program Outcomes

Create a Business Plan

Your professors will guide you through the process of writing your own formal business plan, and help you develop tactics for putting it in action.

Gain Core Entrepreneurial Soft Skills

Enhance your leadership, management, and organizational skills by learning to think on your feet, collaborate effectively with others, and establish efficient business operations.

Turn Ideas Into Reality

Learn how to plan, organize, staff, and lead your business by studying effective communication techniques. These skills will be essential for purchasing, production control, and marketing.

If you're pursuing a degree or certificate in business entrepreneurship, you'll need to complete a practicum as part of your training. The practicum combines classroom learning with on-the-job training to help you develop your managerial skills. You'll need to work at least 20 hours per week in an approved position. Before you start, you, your employer, and the business management coordinator will agree on a plan that outlines what you'll learn and how you'll demonstrate your skills at work.

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