Entrepreneurship and Innovation Undergraduate Certificate

The University of West Florida's online Entrepreneurship and Innovation Undergraduate Certificate is designed to empower individuals on their journey to becoming innovative leaders in the business world. This certificate program offers a multidisciplinary approach to innovation and entrepreneurship, incorporating instruction from various subject areas.

Program Details

• Next Start Date: May 11
• Credit Hours: 9
• Course Length: 15 weeks
• Estimated Program Length: 12 months

Program Overview

Whether you're a seasoned professional or a first-time entrepreneur, this certificate is designed to help you excel in starting your own business and become an innovative leader. An understanding of how to manage a start-up or a small business, develop a business plan, manage employees, and manage projects is crucial.

What You Will Learn

By completing this certificate, you will be able to:

• Identify and define the key attributes of entrepreneurial organizations, including innovation, proactiveness, competitive aggressiveness, risk acceptance, autonomy, and strategic renewal
• Differentiate organizational factors and leadership attributes that foster or inhibit creativity and innovation
• Demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality as appropriate
• Adhere to strict confidentiality protocols of the host enterprise
• Demonstrate self-awareness and creativity, ideation, and innovation process skills by completing team projects, while learning about the collaborative nature of the healthcare innovation management process

Accreditation

The UWF Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business is accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Only 6% of business schools worldwide have earned this symbol of the highest standard in management education.

Courses & Requirements

UWF's online Entrepreneurship and Innovation certificate program includes a total of nine credit hours and requires completion of the following courses with a grade of C or higher.

Required Courses

• ENT 3614 - Entrepreneurial Creativity and Innovation
• ENT 4615 - Foundations of Entrepreneurial Leadership

Electives

• Choose one of the following electives:
  • MAN 3802 - Small Business/Family Business Management
  • ENT 4940 - Internship in Entrepreneurial Leadership
  • MAN 3240 - Behavior in Organizations
  • MAN 4280 - Business Leadership and Change Management
  • MAR 3202 - Supply Chain Logistics Management
  • CTS 4950 - Innovation Solutions for Industry
  • HFT 2000 - Introduction to the Hospitality Industry
  • HFT 3053 - Travel and Tourism Management
  • EEL 4XXX - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission into the University of West Florida's online Entrepreneurship and Innovation certificate program, you must be admitted into the University as an undergraduate non-degree seeking student.

Careers & Outcomes

When you complete the online Entrepreneurship and Innovation certificate program, you can pursue employment in various business fields.

Job Titles

• Entrepreneurs
• Management Occupations
• Chief Innovation Officers
• Business Operation Specialists
• Project Managers

Career Outlook

• The median annual wage for this group is $107,360
• Management occupations are projected to grow 9% by 2034
• About 1.1 million openings are projected each year, on average

Cost & Financial Aid

Tuition Rate Per Credit Hour

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Online Undergraduate Certificate Tuition Component | Cost | Total ---|---|--- In-state Tuition | $218.98 per credit hour | $1,970.82 Full Out-of-state Tuition | $648.37 per credit hour | $5,835.33 75% Out-of-state Tuition | $341.67 per credit hour | $3,075.03

Tuition waivers cover up to 75% of the non-resident portion of your tuition and are available to non-Florida residents admitted to online campus programs and registered for online courses in active pursuit of that degree or certificate.

Alabama, Military & Financial Aid

Residents of Alabama are eligible for Alabama Differential Tuition, a reduced out-of-state tuition rate. The UWF Military & Veterans Resource Center serves as the campus advocate for military, dependents, and veteran students. The University of West Florida provides eligible students with an alternative to paying the full amount of tuition at the beginning of each term in the form of an installment payment plan or a short-term loan.

Related Programs

• Management, BSBA
• Master of Business Administration, MBA
• Executive Business Administration: Leadership Practice and Purpose, MBA Online
• Management Development Undergraduate Certificate

University of West Florida

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Overview:

The University of West Florida (UWF) is a public university offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. It prides itself on providing a personalized learning experience with small class sizes and dedicated faculty. UWF emphasizes a strong student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring individual attention and support.

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

UWF offers a vibrant campus community with various facilities and resources. Students can explore the Pensacola campus, UWF Emerald Coast in Fort Walton Beach, UWF Historic Trust in Historic Pensacola, and UWF's downtown Pensacola facilities. A virtual tour is available to experience the campus remotely.

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Key Reasons to Study There:

Personalized Attention:

UWF boasts a 100:1 student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring personalized attention and support from world-renowned professors.

Diverse Programs:

Over 110 undergraduate and graduate programs cater to various interests and career aspirations.

Strong Reputation:

UWF is ranked #100 in the "Top Public School – Regional Universities South" by U.S. News and World Report.

Engaging Campus Life:

UWF offers a vibrant campus community with various facilities and resources, including a virtual tour for remote exploration.

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Other:

UWF actively engages in research and community outreach. Recent initiatives include:

Archaeology Institute Field Schools:

Offering students hands-on experience in archaeological investigations.

HeirStory Project:

Collaborating with a renowned journalist to develop technology for preserving family legacies.

Galapagos Islands Study Abroad:

Providing students with immersive cultural and historical experiences.