Undergraduate Program · DAME · CEM · UPLB

Associate in Arts in Entrepreneurship

A meaningful and accessible pathway for senior high school graduates who wish to begin their entrepreneurial journey early — rooted in social inclusion and the belief that the drive to create is not restricted by background or resources.

2-Year Program On-campus · UPLB Ladderizable to BS ABME

Program Overview

Entrepreneurship as a right, not a privilege.

The Associate in Arts in Entrepreneurship (AA Entrep) offers a meaningful and accessible pathway for senior high school graduates who wish to begin their entrepreneurial journey early, whether driven by personal aspirations or circumstances. The program, rooted in the values of social inclusion and inclusive education, provides opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds, acknowledging that the drive to create and innovate is not restricted by background or resources.

The knowledge and competencies gained from the AA Entrep may be further enriched through informal modes of lifelong learning, such as personal experiences, training programs, and online courses, which allow students to continuously grow beyond the classroom.

Admission Pathway

The Entrepreneurship Bootcamp

To qualify for the program, applicants undergo an entrepreneurship bootcamp designed to assess their entrepreneurial skills, cultivate the right entrepreneurial mindset, and expose them to the foundational realities of running a business. This immersive experience ensures that those who enter the program are not only eligible but also genuinely prepared and motivated to make the most of their entrepreneurial education.

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Skills Assessment

Applicants are evaluated on their entrepreneurial aptitude, creativity, problem-solving approach, and readiness to take on the demands of running a business.

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Mindset Cultivation

The bootcamp actively cultivates the right entrepreneurial mindset — resilience, initiative, and a bias for action — preparing applicants for real-world enterprise challenges.

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Business Foundations Exposure

Participants are introduced to the foundational realities of running a business, ensuring that those who enter the program are genuinely prepared and motivated.

Beyond the Classroom

Lifelong learning and a clear path forward.

Lifelong Learning

The knowledge and competencies gained from the AA Entrep may be further enriched through informal modes of lifelong learning. Personal experiences, professional training programs, and online courses allow students to continuously grow beyond the classroom — reinforcing that entrepreneurial development is a lifelong pursuit.

Personal Experience Training Programs Online Courses Industry Exposure
Ladderization to BS ABME

For those who wish to deepen their academic formation, the program offers a ladderization pathway to the Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Management and Entrepreneurship (BS ABME), subject to eligibility and ladderization requirements.

Step 1 · Starting Point
AA in Entrepreneurship
2-year associate program · Bootcamp admission · UPLB
Step 2 · Credit Transfer
Units credited toward BS ABME
Subject to eligibility and ladderization requirements
Step 3 · Full Degree
BS Agribusiness Management & Entrepreneurship
Build on the AA Entrep foundation toward a full bachelor's degree

Start your journey

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