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Business Startup Basics
Program Number: 901452CERT
Your Degree: Certificate
Estimated Time to Complete: 14 Credits | Finish in 1 semester
Delivery Method: Some Online/Some In Person
Area of Study: Business
Estimated Program Cost: $2,401.12
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  • Program Overview

    Madison College's Business Startup Basics Certificate program focuses on creating marketing and financial plans for small business ventures, small business operations and customer service.

    There are no prerequisite courses. Students are required to have basic computer skills.

    Program Details

    Students in Madison College’s Business Startup Basics Certificate program can attend full or part-time.

    Business Startup Basics classes are offered at the Madison College Truax campus.

  • Curriculum and Experience

    Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.

    Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:

    • Progress toward your specific requirements
    • Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements

    If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.

    Required Courses:
    10-106-100
    3 credits
    10-145-102
    3 credits
    10-145-105
    3 credits
    10-145-108
    2 credits
  • Admission

    Earning a certificate is a great way to expand your skill set and add professionalism to your resume. Applications are always open, so apply today!

    To Apply

    There are no admission requirements for this certificate. Simply submit your application by the deadline for each term.

    International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.

    Application Dates

    There are no admission requirements for this certificate. Simply submit your application by the deadline for each term. 

    Fall 2025

    • Application open
    • Application completion deadline is October 15, 2025

    Spring 2026

    • Application available on September 15, 2025
    • Application completion deadline is March 15, 2026

    Fall 2026

    • Application available on September 15, 2025
    • Application completion deadline is November 15, 2026

    Additional Notes

    Certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid.

    Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a certificate does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the certificate.

    After Acceptance

    Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College. 

    Questions?

    Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.

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    Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Business Startup Basics career.

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