Certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation at Wayne State University

    Certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation at Wayne State University

    Certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation at Wayne State University

    Study entrepreneurship and innovation at Wayne State University, a Certificate degree offered at its main campus in Detroit , United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 1 year to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 28, 2027.

    About Certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation

    The undergraduate certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation provides students the specialized knowledge and skills needed to develop and launch a new venture. The 15-credit certificate is open to students of all majors.

    Through this certificate program, students are able to:

    • Understand the stages and dimensions of new venture development
    • Learn how to acquire and manage the financial and human resources that are key to  success
    • Begin to develop a personal network within the entrepreneurial

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    Students are required to complete Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Innovation (EI 5000), which is offered every semester. The three-credit class is open to students who have established a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above.

    Following the introductory course, students will tailor nine credits of entrepreneurship-focused electives to match their interests and goals. Elective options include courses offered by programs across the campus. The multidisciplinary nature of the certificate program allows students from diverse academic backgrounds to work with their peers and explore various areas of expertise. Students are encouraged to work with their academic program advisor to select courses, which can be used as electives, and which can also be applied to their major.

    A three-credit capstone course, which tops off the certificate program, is a customized project-intensive learning experience, embedded in the Detroit entrepreneurial ecosystem.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation at Wayne State University

    Entry Requirements

    Each applicant is evaluated as an individual. Your admission to WSU is based on a review of many factors, which may include:

    • High school or secondary school academic performance

    • Submit an SAT/ACT score, or submit test-optional documents (two letters of recommendation, two essays, and an activities list).

    • Rigor of high school curriculum

    • Meeting Wayne State's English proficiency requirements

    • Any other supporting documentation requested

    • Submit all application documents by December 1 to be considered for merit-based scholarships. 

    Additional requirements

    • English translations of documents must bear the seal/stamp of the issuing institution.

    • Your statement of financial support cannot be older than six months.

    • Bank supporting documentation must show the dollar amount equivalent to the financial requirements (pdf) for undergraduate international students.

    • English proficiency tests cannot be more than two years old.

    • Checks drawn on foreign banks should carry the notation "Payable in U.S. funds, plus service charges."

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Tuition and Fee Information for Certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation at Wayne State University

    Application Fee 25

    How to Apply for Certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation at Wayne State University

    You should apply as an international student if you are not a permanent resident or citizen of the United States. You should also apply under this status if you have graduated from a secondary institution and completed pre-university educational curricula in your own country.

    • International students can apply for 2023 using the undergraduate admission application.
    • If you are a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, or if you are a U.S. Citizen living in Canada, apply for 2023 using the undergraduate admissions application.

    Graduate students

    • Those interested in pursuing a graduate degree, visit the Graduate School website and apply.

    Contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions if you have questions about the application process.

    Certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation at Wayne State University
    Wayne State University
    Wayne State University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Detroit

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