Certificate in Business Creation

Admissions

There are no specific program admissions requirements for the Certificate in Business Creation.

If you are a current, degree-seeking Boise State student, use the myBoiseState “change my major” tool to add the certificate. If you are applying to the certificate along with your degree program, you will declare the certificate in addition to your major.

If you are not a current Boise State student, apply to Boise State and declare the certificate. If you are applying to the certificate along with your degree program, you will declare the certificate in addition to your major.

Classes and Scheduling

The curriculum table shows the courses required for the 12-credit online Certificate in Business Creation. Students can complete the program in as little as two semesters.

Note: If you are a Boise State student, visit with your advisor to see if this program is a good fit for your goals.

Costs and Scholarships

*The per-credit fees listed above are for the 2023-24 academic year. Future academic year per-credit fees may vary slightly and are finalized each May.

**Costs for room, board and transportation are used to calculate financial aid and are included to disclose the full cost of attendance. These costs are not required for students pursuing a fully online degree.

Note to Boise State and other Idaho higher education employees: Fee waivers do not apply to this program.

Career Opportunities

The fully-online Certificate in Business Creation will give you the skills and knowledge to successfully launch, market, and manage a new business. 

Possible careers include:

• Business Consultant 
• Business Manager
• Accountant
• Auditor 
• Budget Analyst 
• Fundraiser
• Market Research Analyst
• Meeting, Convention and Event Planner
• Personal Financial Advisor
• Sales
• Training Specialist 
• Research and Development

We’re here to help! From deciding if an online certificate is right for you to figuring out what credits transfer from previous schools, talking to a Student Success Coach is the best place to start.

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