The entrepreneurship program began in 1970.
Emphasis is on the integration of classroom and community experience.
The academic program is in the Haas School of Business. Personnel include Dr. John H. Freeman , Helzel Chair and Director of Research in the Lester Center, Mario Rosati , adjunct professor, Jerome S. Engel , Executive Director of the Lester Center, Stephanie J. Tibbetts , Program Coordinator of the Lester Center. The Haas School offers one undergraduate course, BA 195 Entrepreneurship . Ten to 15 students complete the certificate each year. E-mail based advertising using points towards discount purchases.