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Master of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship

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Do you have what it takes? Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business or if you want to thrive in a corporation that employs entrepreneurial management strategies, this program is for you! In this degree program, you will develop a comprehensive body of knowledge in relevant business theory, techniques, and leadership as well as study key principles and practices critical to establish a business and position it for growth.

Candidates who complete this program:

  • Examine the characteristics, knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for successful entrepreneurship
  • Write a business and marketing plan for a new venture.
  • Develop a feasibility analysis for a new business
  • Develop strategies for growing new ventures
  • Develop foundational business knowledge and skills through the core courses

Who should enroll:

Entrepreneurs, aspiring business owners, managers, team leaders, department heads, inventors, or those charged with new business development will find this degree program invaluable. Other interested students include inventors, product development specialists, investors, and venture capitalists and, perhaps, professional practice owners, such as doctors, veterinarians, attorneys, and accountants.

HOW TO APPLY:
Your course sequence will be determined in cooperation with your academic advisor.
CURRICULUM
1 Orientation Course - no costNo Credit
6 Business Administration Courses18 Credits
1 Graduate level (500-699) BC or MBA course3 Credits
4 Specialization Courses12 Credits
1 Capstone Electronic Portfolio3 Credits
TOTAL Required for Graduation
36 Credit Hours
1 Orientation Course - no costNo Credit
JIU 101Successful Online Learning
6 Business Administration Courses18 Credits
BC 607Leading from a Global Perspective
ETH 501Making Ethical Management Decisions
MBA 502Economics and Competitive Strategies
MBA 503Managerial Accounting
MBA 504Financial Management
MBA 505Marketing Management
1 Graduate level (500-699) BC or MBA course3 Credits
  
4 Specialization Courses12 Credits
MBA 541Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
MBA 542Feasibility Analysis for New Ventures
MBA 543Business and Marketing Plans for New Ventures
MBA 544Strategies for Growing Ventures
1 Capstone Electronic Portfolio3 Credits
MBA 580Capstone

Transfer Credit for Applicable Courses