TEC Certificate
Bring breakthrough technologies to market through a proven approach to innovation, entrepreneurship and technology commercialization.
Turn Technology Innovation into Market Success
The NC State Technology Entrepreneurship & Commercialization (TEC) Certificate equips professionals with a proven approach to evaluating, developing and commercializing new technologies. Covering the entire innovation process—from product ideation to business planning—the program prepares entrepreneurs and professionals to bring new products and technologies to market within startups and established organizations.
This graduate certificate is designed for: entrepreneurs seeking to bring technology innovations to market, professionals responsible for launching technology-driven products within established organizations and individuals looking to build expertise in technology evaluation, new product development and business planning.
12 Credit Hours
Typically completed in less than 2 years. Must complete within 4 years.
Open Enrollment
Open to all non-degree-seeking students and NC State graduate students.
Hybrid Delivery
Two required courses are delivered on-campus, with select elective courses available online.
Stackable
Can be applied to Poole College’s master’s degree business programs.
What Makes this Program Unique?
- Proven Technology Commercialization Success: NC State ranks among the nation’s leaders in patent generation, and the TEC Certificate equips students to transform innovations into successful products, services and new business ventures.
- Technology Commercialization and Entrepreneurship Paths: Students can focus on bringing intellectual property to market or pursue entrepreneurship through the development of products and solutions that meet customer needs.
- Innovation and Intrapreneurship Focus: Graduates develop skills in technology evaluation, product development and innovation management that can help drive growth within established organizations and emerging ventures.
TEC Student Spotlight
Technology Entrepreneurship Certificate Curriculum
To earn the NC State Technology Entrepreneurship & Commercialization (TEC) Certificate, students must complete 12 credit hours* as outlined in the Plan Requirements below. Once admitted, students complete the MKT 510 prerequisite before enrolling in additional technology entrepreneurship coursework.
*One credit hour represents approximately one hour of direct faculty instruction (delivered in person or online) and at least two hours of additional student work per week.
Plan Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | 6 | |
MBA/MSE 576 | Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization I | |
MBA/MSE 577 | Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization II | |
| Elective Courses | 6 | |
| Select two of the following: | ||
MBA 555 | Product Design and Development | |
MBA 572 | Venture Opportunity Analytics | |
MBA 578 | Venture Launch | |
MBA 579 | Entrepreneurship Clinic Practicum | |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Student Resources
Students earning graduate certificates have access to many of the same resources as students in our degree programs, including:
- Wolfpack One Card: The Wolfpack One Card (student ID) provides access to student resources, including the university library. For more information, visit Wolfpack One Card Services.
- Campus Resources: Certificate-only students have access to resources such as the Writing Center, wellness programs and entrepreneurship support.
Meet the Program Director
Director of Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization and Professor of Practice
919-515-5562 [email protected]