Develop bold insights that lead change
Why wait for a breakthrough when you can make it yourself?
At Tippie, innovation and entrepreneurship is part of our DNA. Since business leader and venture capitalist John Pappajohn founded the John Pappajohn Entreprenerial Center (Iowa JPEC) in 1996, our reputation for innovation has only continued to grow. You can learn from this legacy with an Innovation Certificate that blends the experience of Tippie's Management & Entrepreneurship Department with Iowa JPEC's signature start-up spirit.
The Innovation Certificate comprises five total courses—three required plus two electives. You'll gain skills to generate bold new solutions to business problems, push innovation forward at your company, and develop your own ventures.
At a glance
Delivery
Most courses are fully online. Some in-person courses are available in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids.
Curriculum
Complete five courses (three required courses + two electives)
Format
Primarily 8- and 11-week courses, meeting one night a week, no Fridays or weekends.
Time to complete
As little as 1 year
Cost
$11,250 (Five courses at $2,250 each)
Admission
No entrance exam required.
Certificate courses
The Innovation Certificate requires:
All of these
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation—ENTR:9100
- Strategic Management of Technology & Innovation—ENTR:9450
- Managing the Growth Business—ENTR:9500
One of these
- Agile Project Management—BAIS:9140
- Entrepreneurial Finance—ENTR:9200
- Project Management—MGMT:9185
One of these
- Dynamics of Negotiations—MGMT:9110
- Leadership & Personal Development—MGMT:9120
- Maximizing Team Performance—MGMT:9220
Note: If you waive any of the required courses based on already-completed courses, you’ll need to complete ENTR:9200 in its place to earn the certificate. Students admitted to the Innovation Certificate may enroll in the courses listed above and do not have access to other courses offered through the MBA Program.
Take the next step
You can start the Innovation Certificate in any semester. No business prerequisites are needed, and there's no entrance exam. See application deadlines and minimum requirements on the Admission page.