Innovation center
Center for Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship @ PennWest California
The Center for Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship @ PennWest California is your one-stop shop for all your business needs. The center provides education, consulting and training services to PennWest California students, faculty and staff, as well as community members and small-business owners, to promote economic development in the Mon Valley region.
Prepare for the Business Plan Competition
Win $10K for your start-up! Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education holds an annual business plan competition for students at State System universities, with a top prize of $10,000.
The Innovation Center conducts workshops to prepare PennWest California undergraduate and graduate students to enter and compete in the annual event. PennWest California students utilize the D2L learning management system, among other tools, to learn more about the competition and how to develop an effective business plan.
Want to learn more? Email businessplan@calu.edu.
Earn a Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Get your small business off to the right start with an undergraduate certificate program in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. In PennWest California's 100% online program you will learn to:
- Formulate a business idea.
- Create a business plan.
- Manage a fast-growing small business.
Earn the 100% online Innovation and Entrepreneurship certificate to supplement your PennWest California bachelor's degree, or as a stand-alone credential to enhance your knowledge and strengthen your resume.
Contact the Center for Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship
Dr. Mark Lennon, director
lennon@calu.edu
Office: Old Main Hall, Room 301
Email: innovation@calu.edu
Phone: 724-938-4371