Certificate in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship Studies
This program covers the principles of business administration, financial management, marketing, and business planning, with a focus on entrepreneurship and innovation. Participants will learn how to start and manage their own businesses, as well as how to lead and grow existing enterprises.
Overview
The Certificate in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship Studies is a 12-week program designed to provide participants with foundational knowledge and skills in business management and entrepreneurship. This program covers the principles of business administration, financial management, marketing, and business planning, with a focus on entrepreneurship and innovation. Participants will learn how to start and manage their own businesses, as well as how to lead and grow existing enterprises.
This program is ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals seeking to advance their careers in business management. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, participants will develop the entrepreneurial mindset and managerial skills needed to succeed in today’s competitive business environment.
What you’ll learn
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Develop business plans and strategies for starting and managing new ventures.
- Apply key principles of business administration to manage finances, operations, and human resources.
- Identify and evaluate business opportunities and risks.
- Utilize marketing and sales strategies to grow a business.
- Foster innovation and entrepreneurial thinking in business environments.
Course Descriptions
BAE101A: Principles of Business Administration (3 credits)
This course introduces the fundamental principles of business administration, including management, leadership, and organizational behavior. Participants will learn how to manage business operations effectively.
- Learning Outcome: Apply core business administration principles to manage day-to-day business operations.
BAE101B: Financial Management for Entrepreneurs (3 credits)
Participants will learn how to manage finances in a business context. Topics include budgeting, financial planning, cash flow management, and securing funding for new ventures.
- Learning Outcome:Manage business finances and develop financial plans for entrepreneurial ventures.
BAE101C: Marketing and Sales Strategies for Entrepreneurs (3 credits)
This course covers marketing principles and sales techniques essential for growing a business. Participants will learn how to develop marketing strategies, build brand awareness, and drive sales.
- Learning Outcome:Develop and implement effective marketing and sales strategies for entrepreneurial success.
BAE101D: Business Planning and Risk Management (2 credits)
This course focuses on the development of business plans and strategies for managing risks in entrepreneurial ventures. Participants will learn how to create detailed business plans and identify potential risks and challenges.
- Learning Outcome: Create comprehensive business plans and implement risk management strategies.
BAE101E: Innovation and Entrepreneurship (4 credits)
Participants will explore the role of innovation in entrepreneurship and how to foster a culture of creativity within a business. The course covers entrepreneurial thinking, product development, and innovation strategies.
- Learning Outcome: Foster innovation and entrepreneurial thinking to develop successful new ventures.