Learn to Lead in a World That Needs Problem-Solvers. Get the Skills Companies (and Startups) Are Looking For

You’ve already taken an Entrepreneur class!

You started this journey with one Entrepreneurship or an Engineering Leadership Development (ELD) course — and now, you’re just two classes away from earning your Certificate in Product Innovation and Entrepreneurship. That’s more than a credential — it’s proof that you’ve built real-world skills for a future that demands innovation, leadership, and agility.

But this isn’t just about crossing a finish line.
It’s about becoming the kind of problem-solver who can lead teams, launch ideas, and thrive in ambiguity.

These last two courses aren’t just requirements — they’re your training ground for the real world. Designed to help you:
Communicate clearly
Lead with confidence
Build and launch new products and services
Identify opportunities others miss
Take smart risks
Prototype and iterate quickly
Execute like a pro

Here’s how to finish strong:

Take ENGR 411: Business Fundamentals and choose 2 of the following:

ENGR 310*
Core Course 1: Entrepreneurial Leadership. Develop leadership and entrepreneurial skills in collaborative, problem-based projects, making friends with students from diverse majors. Create a businesses in the class and earn money!

ENGR 407*
Product Innovation Entrepreneurship: Enjoy immersive, practical entrepreneurial experiences. One of the most unique classes at Penn State. Declare the minor or certificate and sign up early, it’s always full!

ENGR 411
Business Fundamentals for Entrepreneurs: Learn business fundamentals with a start-up perspective from experienced entrepreneurs. It’s an MBA for entrepreneurs in a semester!

ENGR 415*
Technology Launch for Entrepreneurs: Develop business plans for an existing company of your choice as an intrapreneurial product manager and your own business as an entrepreneur. Learn the characteristics of an intrapreneurial company and find the company you want to work for!