Associate in Entrepreneurship and Small Business - Summerdale - PA - Pennsylvania - Central Pennsylvania College - I975

Central Penn Advantages for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Majors

    * Enjoy hands-on education that includes producing an actual business plan for
       starting a small business
    * While in school, create a loan request package that supports marketing information
       and your business plan
    * Acquire skills in accounting, marketing, management, business software applications
       and human resources
    * Receive your Associate Degree in as little as 18 months
    * Experience small class sizes and personalized instruction
    * Learn from professors who have first hand, real-world experience

What kind of work does an Entrepreneurship and Small Business graduate do?

Central Penn Entrepreneurship and Small Business Associate Degree program graduates become the main driver behind a national economy that continues to be paced by the successful management of small business. Many become business managers, manage their own business or perform functions in a family owned business. If you dream of starting your own business or taking over a family business, this may be the major for you.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants entering the Entrepreneurship and Small Business Program must have a 2.0 GPA (or C average). Recommended preparation includes:

    * Well rounded background in math, English and computer software applications
    * Previous work in a small business

Internship

Upon completion of your program course work, you will participate in a professional internship. This is the last step in your development toward professional success. You will sharpen your skills and personal attributes by directly interacting with professionals in their health care facilities. The internship gives you the opportunity to use all the knowledge you acquired while attending Central Penn. No matter where you complete your internship, you will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in this high-paying career.
Who will teach me?

The Entrepreneurship and Small Business faculty at Central Pennsylvania College are highly knowledgeable professionals who bring relevant work experience to the classroom. Our professors care about the career success of each student, and they will work with you on an individual basis to help you accomplish your academic goals. These same professors serve as student academic advisors, maintaining personal relationships with students as well as serving as a reference and friend. And because of Central Penn's small class size, you receive the personalized instruction you need to complete your course work in a timely and professional manner.

Who will I work for?

Through the years Central Penn has developed a close working relationship with many companies and organizations across Pennsylvania. As a result, Central Penn interns and graduates find the door open to them at a number of locations. A partial list of employers of Central Penn Entrepreneurship and Small Business graduates includes:

    * NAI Commercial and Industrial Realtors
    * Fastenal Company
    * Foreman Program and Construction
    * The Foreman Group