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The Entrepreneurship Program of Study prepares students to develop the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to start, manage, and grow successful businesses. Students explore business ownership, marketing, finance, customer relations, leadership, and innovation while gaining real-world experience through business planning and entrepreneurial projects.

Students will learn to:

  • Develop entrepreneurial thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Create and evaluate business opportunities
  • Develop business and marketing plans
  • Manage finances and budgets
  • Build customer service and communication skills
  • Apply leadership and teamwork in business settings
  • Use technology to support business operations

If you have questions regarding the Entrepreneurship Program of Study at Navarro Early College High School, please reach out to Medina Willis, Entrepreneurship Instructor, at medina.willis@austinisd.org.

Course Sequence

The following courses are required to complete the Entrepreneurship Program of Study. Courses are organized by program level and are not required to be taken in sequential order. Below are the program levels and their corresponding courses.

  • Level 1: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance
  • Level 2: Entrepreneurship I
  • Level 3: Entrepreneurship II
  • Level 4: Career and Technical Education Project-Based Capstone (First Time Taken)

Industry-Based Certifications

Students who successfully complete this program have the opportunity to earn industry-recognized certifications that validate their business knowledge, entrepreneurial skills, and workplace readiness. These credentials help prepare students for careers in business ownership, marketing, finance, and management while providing a competitive advantage for employment and postsecondary opportunities.

Industry-Based Certifications may include:

  • Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ESB) Certification

Career Opportunities

Students completing this program may pursue careers such as:

  • Entrepreneur
  • Small Business Owner
  • Business Manager
  • Retail Manager
  • Sales Representative
  • Marketing Specialist
  • Business Development Representative
  • Customer Success Specialist
  • Social Media Manager
  • E-commerce Specialist
  • Franchise Owner (with investment and experience)
  • Business Consultant (with additional education or experience)