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Central Penn College is adding a Cannabis Management track to its business degree. PHOTO/FILE
Cannabis business certificate launched by Central Penn College
A Cannabis Business Certificate program has been launched by Central Penn College.
The nine-month program is designed to prepare students for the business opportunities that look to appear if the federal government moves cannabis from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug.
Pennsylvania is currently exploring the possibility of following surrounding states and legalizing and taxing recreational marijuana.
“Central Penn’s Cannabis Business program offers a unique opportunity at the perfect time,” Central Penn College Program Director of Business Mike Cattermole said in a statement. “Students can gain specialized knowledge and practical skills to excel in this exciting field, either through a standalone certificate or by integrating the coursework into a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree.”
According to a release, the new Cannabis Business Certificate program explores “aspects of the cannabis industry, encompassing legal and regulatory frameworks, the medical applications of cannabis, effective business strategies, marketing tactics specific to cannabis products, and leadership approaches within this unique market.”
A study by Grand View Research reveals that the cannabis industry is estimated to reach a value of $73.6 billion by 2027. The Central Penn College program is designed to equip students with skills such as cannabis patient care and advocacy, regulatory compliance, product analysis, and marketing expertise.
With the cannabis industry expecting to experience a projected 161% job growth by 2029, according to Forbes, the certificate program positions graduates to be job-ready in a short period. It offers online learning, allowing students to complete the coursework on their own schedule.
Skills learned are transferable across various business sectors and credits earned can be applied toward a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration or associate degrees in entrepreneurship and small business or marketing.
“The program offers practical knowledge and skills for real-world applications, setting students apart in an industry that is destined to grow exponentially,” said Cattermole.
