Institute of Technology Carlow

Course Title:  Certificate in Entrepreneurship

10 ECTS Credits

What is this course about?

This course will introduce students to the concept of Entrepreneurship, and to examine some of the key strategic issues in relation to new venture creation in Ireland. Students can then build on the knowledge gained and apply it in a practical format through a structured business plan.

Aim

This award will train introduce students to the concept of entrepreneurship, examining some of the key strategic issues in relation to new venture creation in Ireland. The programme is ideal for those who have a business idea they want to progress, graduates who want to hone their entrepreneurial skills or those who have experience but no formal qualifications in the area.

Progression routes from this programme

Students will have the opportunity for applying the Bachelor of Business (Honours) Degree.

What are the minimum entry requirements?

All applicants will be considered on a case by case basis. Applicants may be required to attend for interview to determine their suitability for the programme.

Application

Please see Downloads section at the foot of this page for an application form.

Duration

12 weeks

Classes

3 hours per week x 12 weeks or 6 Saturdays x 6 hours per day

Awarded by

IT Carlow

Fees

€290

Starting date

Feburary  2013

For further info

Rebecca O'Brien,

Lifelong Learning Administrator,

Wexford Campus (IT Carlow),

Summerhill Road, Wexford.

053-918-5809 / Rebecca.obrien@itcarlow.ie

Level

Level 8

What will I study?

• Introduction to Entrepreneurship
• New Business Planning
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• New Business Strategy
• The Legal and Regulatory Environment
• Entrepreneurship in Different Contexts
• Finance For New Ventures
• Planning for Growth
• Reviewing the Business Plan