Business Entrepreneur
- Business Entrepreneur — Certificate 18 credits
Major Description
This program combines small business management studies with an in-depth analysis of ways new business ventures are created, designed, developed and operated. The central core of this program is to study the processes and procedures needed to transform an initial entrepreneurial idea into a viable business operation. The program is further designed to act as a stand-alone certificate for individuals with existing skills and as a complementary certificate for a variety of existing technical programs. Individuals can apply the 18 credits earned toward the Supervisory Management A.A.S. degree.
Nature of Work
The Business Entrepreneur program is recommended for individuals who are planning to work in a small business or who are thinking of starting and operating their own business.
Career Opportunities
Students will learn skills that will enable them to be more valuable as employees in the career of their choice or will be able to apply these skills towards building a successful business of their own. The course content is designed to develop the business skills needed for the individual who wants to be self-employed.
Program Delivery
Students can begin this program fall or spring semester. Courses are offered primarily in the late afternoon or evening. Full- or part-time starts are available. Courses in this program are offered at DCTC's Apple Valley site.
Advanced Standing
Previous college courses, certification, licensure and training may be considered for credit in the major. The responsibility for seeking credit rests with the student and can be initiated by completing the course SMGT2950 Prior Experiential Learning Portfolio Development (1 elective credit).
Student Outcomes
- Students will be able to profile their individual skills and preferences related to five dimensions of being a successful entrepreneur.
- Students will learn the principles and methods used in keeping track of prospects, clients, and customers. They will also develop a detailed business plan.
- Students will become familiar with contract law, business law and business ethics, bookkeeping and record keeping. Students will enhance their understanding and people skills, develop a philosophy for success, learn to negotiate for agreement and develop written, visual, and oral communication and presentation skills.
Faculty
| Bob Voss | 651.423.8356 | bob.voss@dctc.edu | BIO |