Entrepreneurship and Innovation Graduate Certificate
The Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation is a 9-credit hour certificate designed to equip students with the mindset and skills needed to identify, evaluate, and execute entrepreneurial opportunities across diverse settings, from startups to corporate environments. This program provides a robust foundation for aspiring entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, and business leaders looking to drive innovation and create value in both the marketplaces of today and tomorrow. In the 3-course sequence, students will explore the following areas:
Course 1: Venture Ideas. Learn how to develop and critically assess potential business ideas, ensuring that ventures are built on a solid foundation.
Course 2: New Venture Planning. Acquire hands-on experience working through critical tasks relating to the creation, development, and growth of a new business from the ground up.
Funding Entrepreneurial Ventures. Delve into the nuances of securing funding across various stages of the venture development process by examining key sources like angel investors, venture capital, and crowdfunding.
This certificate is available to only Current TCU Graduate students.
9 required hours:
Venture Ideas | 3 | |
Funding Entrepreneurial Ventures | 3 | |
New Venture Planning | 3 |