About
Whether you have a business idea or want to drive change in your workplace, the Certificate in Entrepreneurship (CENT) eight-course program encourages you to think outside the box.
Foster your creativity, drive change in the workplace, and master the business skills needed to bring your idea to market.
- Full or part-time program
- You can enter this program directly from high school
This certificate is offered by the University of Saskatchewan's Edwards School of Business. You may earn the certificate on its own, while pursuing a degree, or after graduating university.
If you are interested in pursuing a degree in business, the Edwards School of Business offers a Bachelor in Commerce with majors in: Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management.
What you will learn
Students who complete the Certificate in Entrepreneurship will:
- understand basic business principles
- be effective contributors to team performance
- be able to incorporate ethical considerations into decision making and intended actions
- be entrepreneurial thinkers
- prepare a business plan for a new venture
During the course of the program, you will be working alongside students from other colleges and disciplines, making useful connections for the workplace after graduation. The Edwards School of Business is AACSB accredited, ensuring an international standard for the quality of your education.
COMM 101.3: Introduction to Business
The focus of this course is on integrated organizational decision making. To achieve this, students will examine case studies requiring an integrated analysis across six business disciplines (Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Management/Strategy, Marketing and Operations) over the four stages of an organizational life-cycle (start-up, growth, maturity and revitalization) as an organization's activities shift from strategic exploration to exploitation and back to exploration again.
COMM 349.3: Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Designed to provide both knowledge and evaluation skills needed to add value in the new venture sector of the economy. Students taking this course will acquire knowledge in respect to current concepts in entrepreneurship, primarily as it concerns the evaluation of entrepreneurs, their ventures, and the venturing environment.
COMM 447.3: Entrepreneurship and Venture Development
This course helps students develop the skills required for the successful formation of new business ventures, effective business succession, or small business expansion. Students also learn how to evaluate business models and plans, and how to manage on-going small and medium sized businesses. Students examine their own entrepreneurial potential and experience the process of planning the formation of a new venture, business succession, or business expansion through the preparation and formal presentation of a business plan.
The Course and Program Catalogue has the complete and official listing of required classes and their descriptions for this program.
The Edwards School of Business is just the right size. We offer exemplary students an AACSB-accredited education in a welcoming classroom environment. Our classes facilitate learning and interaction with faculty and other students. Situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis, the Edwards School of Business provides social and professional activities business students crave.
At Edwards, we have a dedicated academic and career services student advisory team which means you can book an appointment to see an advisor within a day (using our online booking system).
Careers
Though the Entrepreneurship certificate will prepare graduates to start a new venture, it will also give graduates desirable skills to apply in organizations large and small. Increasingly, business, industry, and government organizations are seeking employees who can demonstrate the strategic and innovative thinking that you will develop here.
You should consult with an academic advisor in the college when you begin your studies to further discuss your program options and goals if you plan on taking this certificate while pursuing another degree.
Tuition estimates
| Canadian students | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $1001 per 3 credit unit class |
| Student fees | $574 per year (for part-time) |
Tuition will vary depending on the type and number of classes you take in a year (2024-2025 rates).
Student fees are used to fund specific student benefits, including a bus pass, recreational programs and fitness centre access.
The cost of books and supplies varies widely depending on the courses you choose. It is recommended that you budget between $150-$250 per class.
Admission requirements and deadlines
This program is not open to international students.
Deadlines
| Start term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Winter January 2025 |
Dec 1, 2024 Documents due: Dec 15, 2024 |
| Spring May 2025 |
April 1, 2025 Documents due: May 1, 2025 |
| Fall September 2025 |
May 1, 2023 Documents due: Jun 1, 2025 |
| Winter January 2026 |
Dec 1, 2025 Documents due: Dec 15, 2025 |
Requirements
High School Admission (receive less than 18 credit units of transferable post-secondary)
- Grade 12 standing or equivalent
- Successful completion of Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30 is recommended, but not required. Students intending on transferring to the B.Comm. program will need to meet B.Comm. admission requirements
- Required grade average- High school students or graduates require a minimum admission average of 70%. Learn how we calculate your admission average.
- English proficiency. If your first language is not English, you may have to prove proficiency in English before admission.
Transfer Admission - Post-secondary (if you receive 18 credit units or more transferable post- secondary)
- Successful completion of Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30 (or university-level equivalent) is recommended, but not required. Students intending on transferring to the B.Comm. program will need to meet B.Comm. admission requirements
- Meet the minimum university transfer entrance average of 60%
- English proficiency. If your first language is not English, you may have to prove proficiency in English before admission.
Mature Admission
- Applicants must be 21 years of age by the first day of classes
- Less than 18 credit units of transferable university-level course work
- English proficiency. If your first language is not English, you may have to prove proficiency in English before admission
- Applicants applying for mature admission will be required to submit a résumé and cover letter
- A written submission demonstrating capacity to undertake university-level studies
- Transcripts of any secondary or post-secondary coursework
- Copies of supporting documents covering any non-credit programs completed
Learn more about mature admission.
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Create an admissions account and start your application today. When you are ready to submit your application, you will be assessed a non-refundable application fee of $120 CAD.
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