Santa Clara University

Program Overview

The Certificate in Technology Entrepreneurship (CTE) is an intensive full-time program that provides a comprehensive education in high technology entrepreneurship.  

A unique program in Silicon Valley, the CTE is taught by the same  distinguished graduate faculty from Santa Clara University's nationally ranked Leavey School of Business. 

The program's main components - rigorous academic curriculum, extensive Silicon Valley networking, and real world experience - combine to equip students with everything necessary to launch successful ventures.

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Program Benefits

• Location – In the heart of Silicon Valley , students benefit from unparalleled connections to the high-tech industry through the Santa Clara University alumni community.
• Knowledge – Accomplishing the Certificate demonstrates core competence in entrepreneurship principles; skills that will provide significant returns over the lifetime of your entrepreneurial career.
• Experience – The CTE offers a comprehensive, rigorous educational experience that is tailored by leading venture capitalists and Silicon Valley entrepreneurs.
• Passion – The "Jesuit University in Silicon Valley" values the 3 C’s – “Competence, Conscience & Compassion” – promoting an atmosphere in which students learn to lead with their heart.
• Facilities – Opening its doors in 2008 will be Lucas Hall, the beautiful new home of the Leavey School of Business.