Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management Certificate

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This certificate program will be offered soon.

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Launch Your Venture with Confidence

The Certificate in Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management will inspire you to turn ideas into impact. You'll receive the practical know-how experience to spot opportunities, design winning business models, secure funding, and master the essentials of running startups, family businesses, and nonprofits. Whether you dream of building your own company or leading innovation, this program gives you the tools to make it happen.

Who Should Enroll?

Aspiring entrepreneurs, family business members, nonprofit leaders, and anyone with a "make it happen" mindset. Open to students from all majors.

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Build Real-World Skills

• Spot opportunities & design business models
• Write concise business plans
• Manage funding and cash flow essentials
• Navigate team dynamics
• Pitch ideas & negotiate with suppliers
• Craft customer-focused marketing messages

Program Highlights

Core Courses

• MGMT 3301 Management Theory and Practice
• MGMT 4336 Principles of Entrepreneurship
• MGMT 4337 Applied Small and Family Business Management

Electives (Choose One)

• MGMT 3313 Organizational Communication
• MGMT 4326 Effective Negotiations
• MGMT 4334 Leading Teams
• MGMT 4353 International Business Management
• MGMT 4371 Seminar on the Social Responsibility of Business

Career-Ready Outcomes

Prepare for roles like:

• Startup Founder or Co-Founder
• Franchise or Small Business Manager
• Product or Operations Coordinator
• Business Development Associate
• Nonprofit Program Lead

Ready to turn your ideas into impact?

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Admission Requirements

Ready to submit your application to University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Business? Make sure you have what it takes as you begin the admissions process.

• How to Apply as a Freshman Student
• How to Apply as a Transfer Student
• How to Apply as an International Student

Cost Information

Start your college budget today with a look at possible costs for your degree from the UHCL College of Business.

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Deadlines for Applying

*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.

For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.

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