Entrepreneurial Basics (Microcredential)

Short-term training at JCC in entrepreneurship

The Entrepreneurial Basics microcredential at Jamestown Community College is designed to offer basic business management skills that will help someone start and manage a small business. Students who complete this microcredential will be able to apply creative problem-solving skills in a small business setting. Students will understand basic financial concepts, marketing theories, and management principles that are relevant for startup and ongoing business management.

Program pathway

Earn this microcredential as a part of:

How to earn

  1. Apply to JCC and choose your degree or certificate program.
  2. Work with your advisor to register for the microcredential courses.
  3. After you've completed the courses, contact the Registrar's Office to have it added to your record.

Courses

Duration: 2 Semesters

Course
Credits
Requirements Met

BUS 1430: Entrepreneurship & Innovation

3

ENT 1440: Small Business Management

3

ENT 1490: Launching Ventures

3

Entrepreneurial basics skills

Through the program, you will:

  • Recognize the importance of innovation and entrepreneurial thinking and develop an understanding of the entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship fundamentals in the areas of finance, accounting, marketing and communications.
  • Develop, test, and validate a prototype idea for a new business venture.