Overview

Grand Valley's Interdisciplinary Entrepreneurship Undergraduate Certificate is designed for non-business majors, such as graphic designers, writers, musicians, and health care providers. This program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to start or run a new business.

The coursework for the Interdisciplinary Entrepreneurship certificate requires 9 credits. Students must complete three courses that cover entrepreneurial quest, new venture feasibility, and entrepreneurial management and marketing. These courses provide a comprehensive exploration of entrepreneurship topics and skills, ensuring students are well-prepared to manage their careers and business ventures.

This certificate allows students to apply their entrepreneurial skills to various situations, including non-profit organizations, corporate new product or business development, or their own businesses. It includes mentoring and support from experienced faculty and local entrepreneurial organizations, enhancing students' degrees and resumes, and making them more competitive in the job market. Plus, the certificate can be completed in one year or less and is offered face-to-face at Grand Valley's City Campus.

Admission Information

For new students, visit the Admissions website for undergraduate requirements. Upon acceptance and for current students:

• Declare your certificate via myBanner (Login to Banner Self-Service, click on Student, Student Records, Add a Certificate or Badge to your Program, Select the appropriate certificate from the drop down list, and click Submit)
• Speak with the appropriate certificate coordinator to ensure criteria are being met (you will be able to track your progress toward the certificate in myPath as well!)
• Once you are done with the requirements, apply to receive the certificate via myBanner.
• Once the completion of your certificate has been verified, the certificate will be posted to your student record and will be viewable on your transcript. 

Seidman College of Business

gvsu.edu/seidman
50 Front Avenue SW
(616) 331-7500

Admissions and Recruitment Office

gvsu.edu/admissions