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Entrepreneurship A.A.S.
Program Available at:
- Brookhaven
- Cedar Valley
- Eastfield
- El Centro
- Mountain View
- North Lake
- Richland
Catalog Year 2024-2025 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
TSI Must be Complete
For more information, visit the Dallas College Entrepreneurship webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Entrepreneurship. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Entrepreneurship. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
The A.A.S. degree in Entrepreneurship prepares students for the business challenges of the future by providing them with a broad understanding of business principles. It also prepares students for careers as small business owners and emphasizes the skills and behavior patterns necessary to contribute to business success. The program content includes major subject areas of business such as entrepreneurship, accounting, human resources, marketing, and small business operations. Additional skill sets such as effective oral and written communication, ethics, and computer proficiency are also emphasized. The program is intended for individuals who plan to use their studies for immediate employment, enhanced job performance, career advancement, or for starting and owning their own businesses. Courses that complete the Entrepreneurial Foundation Certificate (EF), the Entrepreneurial Management Certificate (EM) and the degree will are noted below.
Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select "Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
BUSI 1301 – Business Principles (Course also applies to EF)
BUSG 1341 – Small Business Financing (Course also applies to EF)
MRKG 1311 – Principles of Marketing (Course also applies to EF)
BMGT 2303 – Problem Solving and Decision Making (Course also applies to EF)
BUSG 1166 – Practicum (or Field Experience) – Business/Commerce (Course also applies to EF)
BUSG 1315 – Small Business Operations (Course also applies to EF)
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
- Meet with a faculty advisor or success coach regarding placement for the Practicum course.
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Meet with your success coach to apply for the Entrepreneurial Foundation Certificate.
Total Hours: 16
SEMESTER 2
BMGT 1327 – Principles of Management (Course also applies to EM)
CHOOSE ONE:
- ACNT 1303 – Accounting I (Course also applies to EM) OR
- ACNT 1311 – Introduction to Computerized Accounting (Course also applies to EM)
HRPO 2301 – Human Resource Management (Course also applies to EM)
MARKETING ELECTIVE (choose from any 3-credit hour MRKG course) (Course also applies to EM)
BUSG 2166 – Practicum (or Field Experience) – Business/Commerce This is the capstone for this award. (Course also applies to EM)
BUSG 2309 – Small Business Operations (Course also applies to EM)
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to file an official program of study audit, confirm or update your academic and career path and program of study.
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Meet with your success coach to apply for the Entrepreneurial Management Certificate.
Total Hours: 16
SEMESTER 3
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of C or better.
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
MATHEMATICS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of C or better.
POFI 1104 – Computer Fundamentals
ELECTIVE (choose from any 3-credit hour course)
ELECTIVE (choose from any 3-credit hour course)
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
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Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
Total Hours: 16
SEMESTER 4
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
ELECTIVE (choose from any 3-credit hour course)
ELECTIVE (choose from any 3-credit hour course)
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Entrepreneurship A.A.S.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 12
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS