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Our Story

Purdue’s Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program is the university’s hub for cross-campus entrepreneurship education, serving thousands of students from all academic disciplines.

Administered through the Office of the Provost and housed in the Burton D. Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship, the program offers a flexible, multidisciplinary curriculum designed to complement any major.

Each year, hundreds of Purdue students earn the certificate alongside their diplomas, equipping them with the entrepreneurial skills and mindset needed to create value in startups, industry, and society.

Program BENEFITS

Upon completion, students receive an official certificate, which is noted on their academic transcript. Other benefits include:
– A unique, multidisciplinary educational experience.
– Professional skills applicable to both work and life.
– Strengthened leadership and communication skills.
– Enhanced job prospects and career flexibility.
– Connections to successful entrepreneurs and innovators.
– Access to workshops, guest speakers, and experiential learning opportunities.

Program Outcomes

– Learn to evaluate and launch new venture opportunities.
– Develop viable business models through market research and financial analysis.
– Acquire business literacy and professional skills valued by today’s employers.