"Completing a college-level entrepreneurship program while still in high school speaks to their dedication, work ethic, and passion for innovation."
Fifteen students from Francis Tuttle Technology Center’s Business Marketing and Management Program have earned college credit through the University of Iowa after successfully completing the BIZInnovator Startup course. This nationally recognized entrepreneurship curriculum is designed to inspire the next generation of innovators.
The BIZInnovator Startup course introduces students to the entrepreneurial mindset and guides them through the process of launching a startup, from identifying a market need to pitching a viable business solution. The students demonstrated advanced knowledge in business development, entrepreneurship, and innovation as they worked through the rigorous coursework and pitched their startup ideas.
Upon completion, students earned three hours of transferable college credit from Iowa’s Tippie College of Business, giving them a head start on their higher education journey and future careers.
"This is a remarkable achievement for our students," said Natalie Jordan, Business Marketing and Management Instructor. "Completing a college-level entrepreneurship program while still in high school speaks to their dedication, work ethic, and passion for innovation. It is transferable to any college in Oklahoma."
The students who completed the program are Jayden Phung, Michelle Galindo, Dartkhoung Khov, and Toby Nguyen from Deer Creek High School; Citlali Arellano and Kenny Nguyen from Edmond Memorial High School; Tristan Bloomer and London Cloud from Edmond Santa Fe High School; Kyndal McVay and Calvin Nguyen from Putnam City North High School; Elian Munoz, Shiloh Nixon, and Anngy Rhodas from Putnam City West High School; Camila Bielma Ortiz from Putnam City Original High School; and Yamina Acosta Rodriguez from Western Heights High School.
Francis Tuttle’s Business and Marketing Management Program continues to provide students with real-world experiences and industry-recognized opportunities, like the BIZInnovator Startup course, that give them a competitive edge in business and beyond.