Entrepreneurship, B.S.

The online Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship program offers courses with an emphasis on hands-on learning opportunities such as working on an entrepreneurial project or helping firms meet business challenges. Learn from faculty who are internationally recognized in this cross-disciplinary program. 

Program Distinctions

• The Entrepreneurship program has won national and international awards, including being named “Most Innovative Program in the U.S.” by the Deshpande Foundation.
• Program and teaching recognized with eight national and international awards.
• Both the bachelor’s and master’s-level accounting programs have separate accreditation – only 1% of business schools worldwide share the Bryan School’s dual AACSB accreditation in business and accounting.
• Named a Top 20 Online Bachelor’s in Business School by U.S. News & World Report, 2021.
• Collegiate Entrepreneurs Association

The Student Experience

• Fully online, with no set class meeting times (internship required)
• Develop concept models, feasibility studies, business plans, and implementation plans for businesses and innovative ventures across nine areas of study
• Choose from more than 50 courses in 27 academic departments
• Provides the skill sets in entrepreneurship needed for your future.
• Emphasizes hands-on learning; many courses require an external project working directly with an entrepreneurial endeavor and/or other firms that require assistance in meeting the business challenges they face in today’s global market economy.
• A required capstone internship provides a real-world experience that sets this degree apart nationwide.
• Cross-listed courses allow students flexibility in applying credit toward major/s or a minor.

After Graduation

• The B.S, Program in Entrepreneurship prepares students with the skills to start or grow a business, or to enhance creativity and innovation in any organization. 
• Professional opportunities in entrepreneurship include business owner or manager, nonprofit manager, business advisor, business analyst, consultant, family business owner, franchise owner/manager, social entrepreneur, sales and marketing consultant, and real estate broker.
• The degree can also lead to fulfilling careers in sports management, new product development, STEM-related ventures and self-employment in the arts. 
• Graduates have obtained employment at companies such as Google, Volvo, and Berkshire-Hathaway Real Estate. 
• Graduates have started their own companies in employment services, clothing lines, guitars, food products, industrial services, and retail stores.

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