With a combination of innovative thinking, sound problem solving skills and technical understanding, engineers have been among the most successful entrepreneurs in recent history. Further, the enormous growth of the e-Economy has enabled many young people to be successful earlier than in previous generations.
Entrepreneurs come in many shapes and forms. For instance, several entrepreneurs own their own businesses, allowing them full control over their successes. However, many large and medium-sized corporations are seeking intrapreneurs—entrepreneurial individuals who prefer to work inside a larger firm rather than start or run their own business. Regardless of what environment an entrepreneur works within, engineers are among the most capable people to be at the forefront, especially during a time when strategic uses of technology in business can make the difference between success and failure.
Enrolment
All Engineering undergraduates are eligible to pursue the certificate in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Small Business. Students can self-enroll in this program on ACORN (Enroll and Manage tab) using the program code AECERENTR.
Students who complete the requirements of the certificate will receive a notation on their transcript upon graduation.
Requirements
Students must complete the following courses to receive the certificate:
- Departmental Economics course (one of CHE 249H1, CHE 374H1, CME 368H1, ECE 472H1, MIE 258H1, MIE358H1)
- Two of:
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- TEP 234H1: Entrepreneurship & Small Business
- TEP 432H1: Entrepreneurship & Business Management (Not offered 2025-26)
- APS521H1: Building Organizations: An Engineer’s Business Toolkit
Note: A student may only receive credit on their transcript for one of the following: Engineering Business Certificate, Entrepreneurship Certificate, or Engineering Business Minor.