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Entrepreneurship Certificate
The UGA Entrepreneurship Certificate Program prepares students to become successful and dynamic entrepreneurs in private, public and nonprofit sectors. It is also an invaluable learning opportunity for those interested in founding a startup, a nonprofit, or in pursuing investment banking or angel funding.
The certificate is a campus-wide program open to UGA undergraduate students from ALL majors. It provides an in-depth look at what it takes to develop an idea into a successful venture including how to build an effective team and how to secure funding.
requirements
The UGA Entrepreneurship Certificate Program is open to all UGA students, both undergraduates and graduates, who have 30 credit hours and a 3.0 cumulative UGA GPA.
The Undergraduate Certificate takes 15 hours to complete and is typically fulfilled within 2 years.
The Graduate Certificate takes 12 hours to complete.
Deadlines + Decisions
SEMESTER Application Opens Application Deadline
Fall Sept 1 Oct 1
Spring Feb 1 Mar 1
*Accepted students will be notified via UGA email approximately two weeks after the deadline.
Coursework
Fifteen hours of approved coursework are required to complete the certificate. Courses must be completed with a grade of C (2.0) or higher. Elective hours can be applied toward the certificate and graduation requirements as appropriate for each major/minor. Application and acceptance to the program are also required.
Required Courses (9 hours)
Elective Courses (6 hours minimum)
Click HERE to view elective courses listed by College.