Entrepreneurship
Curriculum Description
The Entrepreneurship curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth as self-employed business owners.
Course work includes developing a student’s ability to make informed decisions as future business owners. Courses include entrepreneurial concepts learned in innovation and creativity, business funding, and marketing. Additional course work includes computers and economics.
Through these skills, students will have a sound education base in entrepreneurship for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared to be self-employed and open their own businesses.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25490 REVISED
NC CIP: 52.0701
Day and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting  |
3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| BUS 139 | Entrepreneurship I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry    |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ETR 215 | Law for Entrepreneurs | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS 110 OR |
Introduction to Computers |
(2) | (2) | (0) | (3) |
| CIS 111 | Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Totals
Class Hours: 13
Lab/Shop Hours: 4
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 15
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 121 | Prin of Managerial Accounting |
3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ETR 220 | Innovation and Creativity | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ETR 240 | Funding for Entrepreneurs |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| LOG 110 | Introduction to Logistics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 15
Lab/Shop Hours: 2
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 16
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 150 | Accounting Software Appl |
1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| BUS 230 | Small Business Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM 110 OR |
Introduction to Communication |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| COM 120 OR |
Intro Interpersonal Com |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| COM 231 | Public Speaking |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Totals
Class Hours: 7
Lab/Shop Hours: 3
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 8
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTS 130 | Spreadsheet |
2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| ECO 251 | Prin of Microeconomics |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ETR 230 | Entrepreneur Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSY 118 OR |
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 150 | General Psychology |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAT 110 OR |
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy |
2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT 143 | Quantitative Literacy |
(2) | (2) | (0) | (3) |
Totals
Class Hours: 13
Lab/Shop Hours: 4
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 15
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 245 | Entrepreneurship II |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ETR 270 | Entrepreneurship Issues | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Business Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective |
** | ** | 0 | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 6
Lab/Shop Hours: 0
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 12
Total Credit Hours: 66
Legend
- : Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.
- : Local Requirement
- : Instructional Service Agreement
- : Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
- : Global Distinction
- : Requisite(s)
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives – Select one: ART 111, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, or REL 110. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
Business Electives - Select one: ACC 225, BUS 125, BUS 137, BUS 153, BUS 225, BUS 240, BUS 255, BUS 260, INT 110, MKT 223, WEB 151, WEB 213 or WEB 214
A25490 REVISED
