Program Overview

Business Plan

Program Overview

The Business Plan Certificate at Madison College was created with entrepreneurs in mind. It combines marketing and financial planning for small business ventures with an introduction to entrepreneurship or internship, depending on your needs.

Program Details

• Program Number: CERT
• Degree: Certificate
• Area of Study: Business
• Delivery Method: 100% Online
• Estimated Time to Complete: 11 Credits | Finish in 1 semester
• Estimated Program Cost: $1,885.88

Curriculum and Experience

• Required Courses:
  • Small Business Development (3 credits)
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Small Business Marketing (3 credits)
  • Choose one of the following courses:
    • Field Experience (2 credits)
    • Small Business Etiquette and Professionalism (3 credits)
    • Introduction to Entrepreneurship (3 credits)

Admission

• Admission Requirements: There are no admission requirements for this certificate.
• Application Dates:
  • Fall 2025: Application open, deadline October 15, 2025
  • Spring 2026: Application available September 15, 2025, deadline March 15, 2026
• Additional Notes:
  • Certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid
  • Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis
  • Students who have already completed the certificate coursework at the time of application will receive the certificate diploma at the end of the term of application

Related Programs

• Business Management
• Business Startup Basics