Study abroad at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ!
Students can earn a Certificate in Business, Entrepreneurship, and Technology from the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada's most innovative university.
Immerse yourself in À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ's vibrant innovation ecosystem through dynamic, hands-on project-based learning focused on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, guided by visionary professors and industry trailblazers in entrepreneurship.
96 Hours. 4 Key Areas. Led by À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Experts.
New Venture Creation and Innovation Management
Covers the full startup journey, from identifying opportunities to launch and scale. Learn to evaluate markets, build MVPs, find product-market fit, and apply startup theory to real-world global challenges.
Leadership and Entrepreneurial Mindset
Builds the personal and team-based skills essential for entrepreneurship: leadership, negotiation, adaptability, and decision-making in uncertain environments. Apply these through real-world problem-solving and SDG-focused case studies, showcasing entrepreneurial responses to complex challenges.
New Venture Creation and Innovation Management
Addresses the strategic aspects of building and growing ventures in competitive markets by combining competitive analysis, market research, go-to-market strategy, and business model development.
Finance and Resource Management
Learn how to develop financial projections, understand funding mechanisms, and make strategic decisions about resource deployment in resource-constrained environments. This includes startup financing, financial modeling, venture capital, accounting principles, and resource allocation.
Explore and grow - inside and outside the classroom
In addition to deepening your expertise in sustainable development and entrepreneurial innovation, this international experience refines your critical thinking and intercultural engagement skills while immersing you in À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ's vibrant innovation ecosystem, ultimately transforming you into a proactive global citizen ready to tackle complex challenges.
Program Details
| Dates | International Student Fees | Domestic Student Fees |
| July 28 - August 22, 2025 | TBD | TBD |
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Application deadline: TBD |
NOTE: includes classes, accommodation, meals, on-campus activities and off-campus excursions, supervision in residence and during activities/trips, airport transfers through Airways Transit*, health insurance. *arrival/departure transportation between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or the Region of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ International Airport (YKF) and Renison University College is included in the program fees for international students if students are arriving/departing on the program arrival/departure dates and if a minimum of 5 students are travelling together. |
±·°¿°Õ·¡:Ìýincludes classes, accommodation, meals, on-campus activities and off-campus excursions, supervision, applicable taxes as required. ±·°¿°Õ·¡:Ìýdomestic students must reside in Canada and will be required to submit proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency. |
About the Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business
The Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business is the academic engine for entrepreneurship at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ. We offer immersive undergraduate and graduate programs designed to equip students with the skills to commercialize ideas, lead ventures, and drive innovation.
About Renison University College
Renison University College is one of four affiliated colleges at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ. Located on the À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ campus, Renison provides a small community experience within the larger University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ student population.
Questions?
For further information, please contact Ishari Waduwara-Jayabahu at ishari.waduwara-jayabahu@uwaterloo.ca, Cristen Brown at cristen.brown@uwaterloo.ca, or Grant Leach at grant.leach@uwaterloo.ca.