Entrepreneurial Studies Level II
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Entrepreneurial Studies Level II program is designed to prepare students to acquire additional skills, tools and knowledge necessary for successful venture opportunities. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Entrepreneurial Studies Level I is also available and fully embedded in this program.
Details
Field of Interest
Business, Entrepreneurialism and Management
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Entrepreneurial Studies Level II (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5820
Total credits required
18-19
Catalog Year
2023-2024
Effective Term
Summer 2024
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Explain entrepreneurship.(EPS150, EPS162)
- Create planning activities required for the successful launch of a new venture.(EPS161, EPS162, EPS195, MGT253)
- Identify venture opportunities.(EPS160, EPS180)
- Evaluate feasibility of venture opportunities.(EPS150, EPS160, EPS162, EPS165)
- Explore and evaluate funding opportunities.(GBS/HEC132, MGT253)
- Create opportunities through innovation.(EPS160, EPS180)
Career statistics
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
General and Operations Managers
$99,490 Show expanded career information for General and Operations Managers
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS150 | Introduction to Entrepreneurship | Critical course Gateway course | 3 | |
| EPS160 | New Venture Creation | 2 | ||
| GBS/HEC132 | Personal and Family Financial Security | 3 | ||
| EPS162 or EPS195 |
Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship or Business Start-Up and Planning | 2–3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS161 or EPS180 |
New Venture Law and Finance or Technology Business Planning | 3 | ||
| MGT253 | Owning and Operating a Small Business | 3 | ||
| EPS165 | New Venture Feasibility Analysis | 2 |
Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=189422).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
Previous Catalog Years
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.
Previous catalog years for Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Entrepreneurial Studies Level II