Program Overview
Mercy University's Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship empowers students with the knowledge and skills to become successful innovators and business owners. The program emphasizes practical skills, strategic thinking, and ethical decision-making, preparing students to navigate the challenges of launching and managing a business in the modern era. Through a combination of core business courses, specialization courses, and open electives, students gain a comprehensive understanding of key business concepts and develop the abilities necessary for entrepreneurial success.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
Mercy University's Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Entrepreneurship aims to empower students with the knowledge and resources to become successful innovators and business owners. The program emphasizes practical skills and strategic thinking, enabling students to navigate the challenges of launching a new business in the modern era.
Objectives:
- Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of key business concepts, including accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, and international business.
- Develop students' ability to assess the legal, economic, and social implications of business decisions.
- Foster ethical decision-making and professional conduct in business.
- Equip students with the skills to utilize business concepts, methods, procedures, and management information systems for strategic planning and decision-making.
- Enhance students' knowledge of core financial accounting concepts and their practical application in business.
- Develop students' oral, written, and presentation skills for effective communication in professional environments.
- Promote teamwork and leadership abilities for effective collaboration and success in entrepreneurial ventures.
- Provide students with a foundation in entrepreneurship principles and concepts.
- Help students understand the legal, economic, and social aspects of entrepreneurial decision-making.
Outline:
Core Curriculum:
Business Administration Core:
(30 Credits)
- Accounting
- Economics
- Finance
- Management
- Marketing
- Operations Management
- Statistics
- Business Law
- Business Ethics
- Information Systems
Specialization:
(18 Credits)
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Small Business Management
- Venture Capital and Financing
- New Product Development
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Family Business Management
Open Electives:
(12 Credits)
- Students can choose elective courses from any academic discipline to complement their entrepreneurial studies.
Program Structure:
- The program is designed to be completed in four years of full-time study.
- The curriculum includes a combination of required core courses, specialization courses, and open electives.
- Students are expected to complete a senior capstone project or internship to demonstrate their entrepreneurial skills.
Assessment:
- Student learning is assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Exams (written and oral)
- Projects
- Presentations
- Case studies
- Participation in class discussions and activities
- Assessments are designed to evaluate students' understanding of course content, critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills.
Teaching:
- The program is taught by a dedicated team of faculty members with extensive experience in business and entrepreneurship.
- Faculty members use a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Case studies
- Simulations
- Role-playing exercises
- The program also offers opportunities for students to interact with successful entrepreneurs and business leaders through guest lectures, workshops, and mentorship programs.
Careers:
- The B.S. in Entrepreneurship prepares students for a wide range of careers in the business world, including:
- Entrepreneur and small business owner
- Business consultant
- Financial analyst
- Marketing manager
- Management consultant
- Non-profit manager
- The program also provides a strong foundation for students who wish to pursue graduate studies in business or related fields.
