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The M&T Bank Emerging Entrepreneurs (EE) microcredential is designed to help you move your company to the next stage of development. You will attend biweekly business development seminars and networking events, have access to mentor appointments, and participate in virtual small group coaching sessions. Through interactive sessions with local business leaders, subject matter experts, and fellow entrepreneurs, you will enhance your entrepreneurial skills and refine a business plan to set a solid foundation for future growth and success. This program is made possible with partial grant support from M&T Bank and does have eligibility requirements. You should apply if you: own an emerging business with annual revenue below $300,000 in the Buffalo-Niagara region; need to set clear objectives to guide the development of your business plan; and are eager to learn from and connect with organizations and resources that can assist with the development of your business. Successful completion of this microcredential provides you with the specialized skills needed to advance your business!
This microcredential is stackableCredits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
High QualityAcademic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
StackableEach microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
In-demandMicrocredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
PortableCompletion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
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