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An entrepreneur is an individual who can see how to do, make, or serve something in a different, more effective and appealing way. Entrepreneurship can happen "from scratch" as with a new invention or technique. It also needs to happen within existing organizations, such as when a company "reinvents" itself.
There are, even in today's economy, investors with capital (money) who are looking for individuals who can not only find new business opportunities, but who have the skills to manage and grow them. A "good idea" is not enough; creating something new that will be successful requires a combination of skills - courage, calculated risk taking and management expertise chief among them. This emphasis taps into those core skills to fuel the creative dimensions.
To receive a bachelor's degree at Northern Arizona University, you must complete at least 120 units of credit that minimally includes a major, the liberal studies requirements, and university requirements as listed below.
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In addition to University Requirements:
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
| Minimum Units for Completion | 120 |
| Major GPA | C |
| Highest Mathematics Required | MATY 142 |
| Emphasis, Minor, or Certificate Required | Required |
| Fieldwork Experience/Internship | Optional |
| Some online/blended coursework | Required |
| Progression Plan Link | Not Available |
Student Learning Outcomes
Students shall be able to:
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Take the following 69 units with a Grade of "C" or better in each course:
Entrepreneurship Specialization (30 units)
Choose one of the following (3 units):
Complete an NAU-Yavapai undergraduate certificate (at least 15 units) in an area outside of your Specialization.
Communication courses (6 units):
Choose 6 units in the following two categories
Theory-based course:
Please note that you cannot use CLEP or locally prepared exams to satisfy this requirement. Transfer credit used to satisfy this requirement must be approved by the program director.
Select from the following (12 units):
Please note that other courses must be approved by the program director.
AND
Computer Literacy (6 units)
This coursework must help you to understand, in general, the technical components of computers and information systems, how to solve problems using information systems technology, word processing, spreadsheet use, database management, graphic information software, website development, graphic design and use of statistical analysis software.
Additional coursework is required if, after you have met the previously described requirements, you have not yet completed a total of 120 units of credit.
You may take these remaining courses from any of the academic areas, using these courses to pursue your specific interests and goals. You may also use prerequisites or transfer credits as electives if they weren't used to meet major, minor, or liberal studies requirements.
We encourage you to consult with your advisor to select the courses that will be most advantageous to you.
Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.