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Entrepreneurial Studies

El Camino College's Entrepreneurial Studies program prepares both aspiring founders and existing business owners to turn ideas into sustainable, fundable businesses.

Choose a Path That Fits Your Goal

Not sure where to begin? You don't need a business idea on day one... you need the right foundation. El Camino's Entrepreneurial Studies program will help you explore what it takes to start and run a business, build core skills step by step, and figure out your path as you go.

Degrees

The Entrepreneurial Studies A.S. Degree provides students with the core business knowledge in preparation for managing or starting a small business.

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Certificates

The Entrepreneurial Studies Certificate of Achievement was developed to serve our student population who desire the core business courses that support their goal to become competitive entrepreneurs or improve their existing small business.

The certificate will also support the student success goals and contribute to the creation of jobs in the local community.

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Turn Your Business Idea Into a Plan

Entrepreneurial Studies provides students with the core business knowledge in preparation for managing or starting a small business.

Upon successful completion of the program requirements, students will possess knowledge of all aspects of small business creation with focus on accounting, management, and marketing.

In addition, students will complete a comprehensive business plan for their unique product or service concept.