Ivy Tech launches entrepreneurship certificate program at Greencastle campus

GREENCASTLE -- Ivy Tech Community College will launch an entrepreneurship certificate program at its Greencastle Campus this August.

The certificate, offered through the college's business administration program, is focused on creating and sustaining businesses while strengthening economic development across the region. Courses begin during the fall semester, which starts Aug. 24.

The Entrepreneurship program offers a technical certificate and a standard certificate track.

The technical certificate focuses on building conceptual and technical skills. It consists of 31 credit hours, including courses in marketing and market research, accounting and new venture development.

The standard certificate is 18 credit hours and is designed for students with knowledge of other disciplines. It includes both technical and professional courses that are industry-focused and designed for workforce preparation.

Ivy Tech's entrepreneurship program prepares individuals to create new ventures, write and implement a business plan and grow a small business. Students will study topics that will help them start a small business and take it to the next level.

"Ivy Tech is thrilled to offer the Entrepreneurship program at our Greencastle Campus," said Dr. Kathleen Lee, chancellor of Ivy Tech Central Indiana. "We realize innovation and creativity are vital in today's business climate and believe this program offers a world of opportunity for students and the Greencastle community."

The Entrepreneurship program will be housed in the Business and Entrepreneurial Services Center on the Greencastle Campus, located at 915 Zinc Mill Rd.

Students, businesses or community members seeking additional information about the program should go to www.ivytech.edu/study-entrepreneurship. Interested students can apply to Ivy Tech for free at www.ivytech.edu/apply-now.

Ivy Tech Community College is the state's largest public postsecondary institution and the nation's largest singly accredited statewide community college system serving nearly 200,000 students annually. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana. It serves as the state's engine of workforce development, offering affordable degree programs and training that are aligned with the needs of its communities. In addition, its courses and programs transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association.