Below are the course descriptions for the entrepreneurial courses offered in the current semester. Please follow the link below to search the JCCC open/closed class schedule. The course prefix is "ENTR".

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ENTR 010

Business Plan Certificate (7 CR)

The business plan certificate program focuses on evaluating an idea for a business and concludes with writing a business plan to start and/or grow a business. The certificate is comprised of the three entrepreneurship courses: ENTR 120 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2 credit hours, ENTR 180 Opportunity Analysis 2 credit hours, and ENTR 142 Fast Trac Business Plan 3 credit hours Major Code 4810

ENTR 120

Introduction to Entrepreneurship (2 CR)

The student will understand the role of entrepreneurial businesses in the United States and the impact on our national and global economy. The student will evaluate the skills and commitment necessary to successfully operate an entrepreneurial venture. Additionally, the student will review the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship as a career choice as well as entrance strategies to accomplish such a choice. 2 hrs. lecture/wk.

ENTR 131

Financial Management for Small Business (2 CR)

Prerequisite: ACCT 111 or ACCT 121

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to identify and evaluate the various sources available for funding a small business; demonstrate an understanding of financial terminology; read, prepare and analyze a financial statement; and write a loan proposal. In addition, the student should be able to explain the importance of working capital and cash management. The student should also be able to identify financing needs, establish credit policies, and prepare sales forecasts. This course is required for a vocational certificate and associate of applied science degree in business entrepreneurship. 2 hrs./wk.

ENTR 142

Fast Trac Business Plan (3 CR)

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to evaluate a business concept and write a sound business plan. In the process of doing so, students will be able to assess the strengths and weaknesses of a business concept; collect and organize market research data into a marketing plan; and prepare the financial projects for their business concept. In addition, students will be able to identify and evaluate various resources available for funding small businesses. The course is required for the business plan certificate, the vocational certificate in business entrepreneurship and the associate of applied science degree in business entrepreneurship. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.

ENTR 160

Legal Issues for Small Business (2 CR)

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to identify the forms of business ownership and the legal and tax implications for each. In addition, the student should be able to explain laws covering issues such as personnel, contracts and protection of intellectual property. The student should also be able to explain the reporting requirements for local, state and federal agencies. This course is required for the associate of applied science degree and the vocational certificate in business. 2 hrs./wk.

ENTR 180

Opportunity Analysis (2 CR)

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to assess the current economic, social and political climate for small businesses. In addition, the student should be able to explain how demographic, technological and social changes create opportunities for small business ventures. This course is required for the associate of applied science degree in business entrepreneurship. 2 hrs./wk.

ENTR 190

Small Business Analysis (2 CR)

Prerequisites: ENTR 131 and ENTR 160 and BUS 230 or department approval

Upon successful completion of this capstone course, the student should be able to identify problems that frequently arise in small business and use problem-solving skills to formulate solutions. In addition, the student should be able to apply the knowledge of business concepts and techniques in the analysis of cases and actual business situations. This course is required for an associate of applied science degree and a vocational certificate in business entrepreneurship. 2 hrs./wk.

ENTR 195

Franchising (3 CR)

Prerequisite: BUS 230

In this course, the student should be able to research the franchising method of doing business from the perspective of both the franchisor and the franchisee. The student will analyze independent management efforts necessary for a successful franchise business venture as well as understand the interdependent contractual obligations that are legally binding between the franchisor-franchisee. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.

ENTR 210

Entrepreneurship Internship I (1 CR)

Prerequisite: Career program facilitator or department approval

Upon the successful completion of this course, the student should be able to apply classroom knowledge to an actual work situation. This course consists of supervised work experience in an approved training situation. A minimum of 240 hours of on-the-job training is required. This course is required for an associate of science degree in business entrepreneurship. Either ENTR 210 or BUSE 210, Entrepreneurship Internship I, or ENTR 215 or BUSE 215, Entrepreneurship Internship II, is required for a vocational certificate in business entrepreneurship.

ENTR 215

Entrepreneurship Internship II (1 CR)

Prerequisites: ENTR 210 and department approval

Upon the successful completion of this course, the student should be able to apply classroom knowledge to an actual work situation. A minimum of 240 hours of on-the-job training is required. This course is required for an associate of applied science degree in business entrepreneurship. Either BUSE 210 or ENTR 210, Entrepreneurship Internship I, or BUSE 215 or ENTR 215, Entrepreneurship Internship II is required for a vocational certificate in business entrepreneurship.

ENTR 220

Entrepreneurial Marketing (2 CR)

Prerequisite: BUS 230

In this course, the student will gain insights essential for marketing an entrepreneurial venture utilizing innovative and financially responsible marketing strategies. The student will analyze marketing philosophies implemented by key successful entrepreneurs. Additionally, the student will prepare a marketing plan to launch the entrepreneurial venture and a marketing plan to implement during the first two years of business operation. 2 hrs. lecture/wk.

ENTR 225

Family Business (3 CR)

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will gain the knowledge and skills needed for the successful management and leadership of a family enterprise by exploring a diverse set of family firms, examining the interrelationships among the owners, the family, and the management team. The student will analyze the management and family practices that ensure success while recognizing the advantages and challenges facing family enterprises. Emphasis is placed on positioning the family enterprise for sustained growth and continuity through generations. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.

ENTR 240

Funding Acquisition for Entrepreneurs (2 CR)

Prerequisite: ENTR 142

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will understand the importance and impact of funding sources for their entrepreneurial venture. This will be accomplished by reviewing the impact of venture capital in every phase of the business venture from idea to exit including planning, teambuilding, protecting intellectual capital, identifying funding sources, raising money, writing funding agreements, and managing through to an IPO or merger and acquisition. Additionally, the student will develop and present a funding proposal. 2 hrs. lecture/wk.