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The College of Central Florida recently announced a partnership with Chick-fil-A of Ocala franchise to offer an Entrepreneurship Academy credit college certificate. The program allows students to gain insight, experience and skills that are foundational in becoming entrepreneurs and business community leaders.

This innovative 18-credit program will accommodate up to 20 students annually. Students will receive two semesters of instruction in entrepreneurship-focused courses. Each course will be complemented with hands-on experiential activities organized by Chick-fil-A of Ocala leadership. The program is a unique experience for students to receive a behind-the-scenes knowledge of one of the most successful franchise business model in the restaurant industry.

“The college’s business program is excited to partner with a thriving local business to help take our entrepreneurship academy to the next level,” said Dr. Rob Wolf, dean of Business, Technology and Career and Technical Education. “Under the leadership of owner Jeromy Williams, the Ocala Chick-fil-A is one of the most successful franchises in the state of Florida. His in-depth knowledge as a local entrepreneur, along with the support of his staff, is no doubt going to make this program effective.”

Students will receive well-rounded understanding of business entrepreneurship activities through the following courses: Entrepreneur Opportunities, Small Business Management, Principles of Management, Customer Service, Principles of Marketing and Business Finance. The first cohort is expected to start in fall 2020.