Masters in Entrepreneurship Program

Program Overview

The online Master of Science in Entrepreneurship from Whitman School of Management equips aspiring and current entrepreneurs with the business foundation and networking opportunities to launch ventures, manage companies, or innovate within organizations. The 30-credit program offers core courses in entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, operations, and strategic management, along with elective options for customization. Taught by experienced faculty, the program emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation, preparing graduates for careers in entrepreneurship, small business ownership, corporate innovation, and social entrepreneurship.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The online Master of Science in Entrepreneurship program at the Whitman School of Management prepares both current and aspiring entrepreneurs with the business foundation and networking opportunities they need to start a new venture, effectively manage a company, or innovate within an organization.

Objectives:

The program's objectives are to:

• Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to start and grow a business
• Help students develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for success in the business world
• Foster a spirit of innovation and creativity in students
• Connect students with a network of successful entrepreneurs and business leaders

Outline:

The entrepreneurship program is a 30-credit program that includes some strategically selected courses from the Whitman School's online MBA program. The program is composed of 10 courses that provide the knowledge that entrepreneurs need to turn their innovative ideas into business success. The core courses in the program are:

• Introduction to Entrepreneurship
• Entrepreneurial Finance
• Marketing for Entrepreneurs
• Operations Management for Entrepreneurs
• Strategic Management for Entrepreneurs
Students can also choose from a variety of elective courses to customize their program to their own entrepreneurial goals. These electives include:
• New Venture Creation
• Family Business Management
• Corporate Innovation
• Social Entrepreneurship
The program is offered in a flexible format that allows students to complete the program in as little as 12-15 months. Classes are offered six days a week, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET, and all coursework and live classes are accessible via the program's full-service mobile app.

Assessment:

Students in the entrepreneurship program are assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Exams
• Quizzes
• Projects
• Case studies
• Presentations
The program's faculty use a variety of assessment criteria to evaluate student learning, including:
• Knowledge of the subject matter
• Critical thinking skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills
• Presentation skills

Teaching:

The entrepreneurship program is taught by a team of experienced faculty who are experts in their field. The faculty use a variety of teaching methods to engage students in the learning process, including:

• Lectures
• Discussions
• Case studies
• Simulations
• Role-playing
The program also features a number of unique approaches to teaching, including:
• The use of a full-service mobile app that allows students to access all coursework and live classes from anywhere
• A dedicated academic advisor who provides students with support and guidance throughout their program
• A student success team that provides students with technological assistance and friendly reminders throughout their program

Careers:

Graduates of the entrepreneurship program are prepared for a variety of careers in the business world, including:

• Entrepreneur
• Small business owner
• Corporate innovator
• Social entrepreneur
• Consultant
The program's graduates have gone on to start their own businesses, work for Fortune 500 companies, and make a difference in the world through their work in social entrepreneurship.