Acadia Centre for Small Business and Entrepreneurship
http://acsbe.acadiau.ca/
Profile of Career College/Trade School
The Acadia Centre for Small Business & Entrepreneurship was founded in 1988 as a part of the Atlantic Canada Institute, a consortium of university business development centers. Based in Nova Scotia, the institute was renamed the Acadia Centre for Small Business & Entrepreneurship in 2006. The institute is recognized by the Alliance of University Business Development Centers and the Canadian Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
A number of entrepreneurial courses are offered at the institute. The courses explore various facets of entrepreneurship in the realms of community and business. The business entrepreneurship program teaches students to effectively plan and execute strategies in whichever stage of business they are in. This includes business consulting, and understanding the various aspects of being self-employed. A small business management certificate program is also offered.
The Acadia Centre for Small Business & Entrepreneurship also offers entrepreneurial courses for not-for-profit organizations. These cover aspects such as organizational development and strategic planning. Certification programs are also available for established counselors and trainers who are looking to optimize their business. This includes a series of workshops under the ACSBE Certified Small Business Counselor program, the ACSBE Certified SME Trainer course and the ACSBE Certified CBEAM Facilitator program.
The Acadia Centre for Small Business & Entrepreneurship also offers a robust career services program for its graduates. This includes access to a resource center, employer resources, funding options and assistance in making career decisions.
Campus/School Location(s)
- Acadia Centre for Small Business and Entrepreneurship - Bridgewater
- Acadia Centre for Small Business and Entrepreneurship - Kentville
- Acadia Centre for Small Business and Entrepreneurship - Wolfville
