About the Certificate
PURPOSE
The Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program empowers you to turn innovative ideas into action. In this flexible program designed to complement any major, you will:
Learn how to evaluate and launch new venture opportunities
Develop viable business models through market research and financial analysis
Acquire the business literacy and professional skills demanded by today’s employers
ELIGIBILITY
Simply enroll in the first introductory entrepreneurship course, ENTR 20000, and connect with your academic advisor. The program is open to all undergraduates enrolled at Purdue’s West Lafayette and Indianapolis locations who have approximately four semesters remaining in their academic programs.
BENEFITS
Upon completion, you receive an official certificate, which is noted on your academic transcript. This unique and multidisciplinary experience offers a number of benefits including:
- Professional skills for work and life
Enhanced job prospects and choices
Connections to entrepreneurs and innovators
Workshops, speakers, and events
Leadership and communication skills
A PATHWAY FOR EVERY STUDENT
Designed with flexibility in mind, the approved course list is a comprehensive list of pre-approved option and capstone courses from all colleges to streamline and optimize your path for certificate completion. Your course pathway can be determined from courses in your major, or your interests and career goals. Many courses may fulfill both certificate and requirements in your major.
ABOUT US
Purdue’s Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation is one of the largest, multidisciplinary entrepreneurship programs in the country, serving thousands of students each year. Annually, hundreds of Purdue graduates receive their certificates in addition to their diplomas. The program is administered through Purdue’s Office of the Provost and is located in the Burton D. Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship.
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Two Introductory Core Courses
Core courses provide you with the fundamental language, knowledge, leadership, and communication skills related to entrepreneurship and innovation. These required core courses are offered only by the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program.
Two Option Courses
Option courses provide you with discipline or industry specific depth in areas which are relevant to entrepreneurship and innovation. They are offered through the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program as well as departments across the university.
Approved Option Courses
One Capstone Course (0-6 credits)
Capstone courses provide you with experiences which can include developing business plans for new ventures, consulting with small businesses, or involvement in product innovation. They are offered through the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program as well as departments across the university.
Approved Capstone Courses
Disclaimer
The student is ultimately responsible for knowing and completing all degree requirements. Consultation with an advisor may result in an altered plan customized for an individual student. The myPurduePlan powered by DegreeWorks is the knowledge source for specific requirements and completion.
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