Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management Major

Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management

Transform a promising idea into a successful business venture with the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management from the at 51动漫. Learn to recognize opportunities, generate innovative solutions and identify untapped market spaces in an ever-changing business landscape.

Through this degree program, you will harness the creativity and big-picture thinking needed to launch your own business or propose innovative听initiatives within existing organizations. This program is specifically tailored to outside-the-box thinkers looking to

create positive social impact with a social venture;
start a new business;
take over the management or ownership of an existing business;听
work as a consultant within an existing high-growth organization; or
work in entrepreneurial ecosystems (accelerators, incubators, startups, venture groups).

Receive instruction from who actively own or have sold successful startup ventures, and who actively work in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Develop an appreciation for how and why being an innovator is essential for success within countless areas of business.

Collaborative classroom instruction alongside real-world opportunities make this program a perfect fit for enterpreneurial-minded students. In addition to coursework, there are numerous avenues for students to gain professional experience during the completion of the degree, through a required internship, as well as opportunities to join .听

Additionally, through Fox鈥檚 renowned , students gain access to workshops, conferences and customized mentorships with both faculty and alumni entrepreneurs.听

Classes & Curriculum

Students interested in the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management Major program will complete the following core courses in addition to choosing three electives.

Lean Startup: Fast & Frugal Approaches to High-Impact New Ventures, Product Invention & Innovation
New Venture Internship: Learning to be a High-Value Employee, Manager or Founder
Cost Accounting
Strategic Planning: The Business Plan as a Strategic Tool for Existing Businesses & Entrepreneurs

Learn more about courses for the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management Major.

Distinguished Faculty

A diverse faculty brings extensive real-world knowledge to the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management BBA program, with some professors holding more than 25 years of professional experience in relevant fields. Many have also run and sold successful entrepreneurial ventures, or worked to support entrepreneurs, and have worked closely with such nationally and internationally recognized organizations as AT&T, DuPont, Exxon, Johnson & Johnson,听Procter & Gamble, Scott Paper Company, and Sony.听

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Accelerated 3-year BBA

Motivated students can accelerate their BBA听program to finish in three years. To find out more about completing your degree on an accelerated timeline, contact your advisor.

Tuition & Fees

In keeping with 51动漫鈥檚 commitment to access and affordability, the Bachelor of Business Administration offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more.听You can view the full .

These tuition costs apply to the 2024鈥�2025 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident:听$23,712.00听per year
Out-of-state: $43,080.00听per year

Our Academic Advisors

The Center for Undergraduate Advising in the Fox School of Business is dedicated to helping students navigate their academics and make informed decisions about their career paths.

Peer Advising

The Center for Undergraduate Advising also offers peer advising at the Main Campus location. Undergraduate peer advisors offer the perspective of an upper-level student and assist by sharing their knowledge and personal tips for academic success.

Program Contact

For more information about your degree program, contact the faculty below.

Kate Markowitz is the director of enrollment management for undergraduate students.
Phone: 215-204-4892
Email: kmrick@temple.edu

Tom Carney is the assistant director of undergraduate enrollment.
Phone:听215-204-5424
Email: tom.carney@temple.edu听

Claudia Bereshnyi is the assistant director of transfer, veteran and online BBA recruitment and the contact for both incoming transfer students and those interested in an online BBA.
Phone: 215-204-4100
Email: claudia@temple.edu

Student Clubs & Organizations

Joining student clubs and organizations is a great way to meet like-minded students; connect with local, national and international businesses; and build the skills you鈥檒l need in your professional career. Enhance your academic experience by participating in a club related to your major or interests.

Those with dreams of starting their own business may be interested in the , which aims to support, inspire and encourage students to pursue their entrepreneurial goals. The association is open to students of all majors.
is a nonpolitical Israeli entrepreneurship organization that seeks to get students involved in the Israeli economy through consulting projects for startups and/or funds.

Global Immersions

Broaden your understanding of global economies and business practices by taking advantage of the various study abroad options and opportunities for learning beyond 51动漫鈥檚 Main Campus in Philadelphia through听.

51动漫 administers several programs around the world, including campus sites in Rome, Japan and Spain, faculty-led summer programs and exchange programs in Europe and Asia. Interested students may also participate in approved programs organized by study abroad organizations or other U.S. universities, or apply directly to an accredited institution overseas. 51动漫鈥檚 office provides information on approved programs, and advisors can work with you to determine which program might provide the best fit.

51动漫 Exchange Programs

Through reciprocal exchange agreements with the following universities, 51动漫 students can exchange places with students for a semester or academic year. Some programs require sufficient proficiency in the host country language to participate.

China: Hong Kong Baptist University
Korea: Ewha Womans University, Yonsei University, Sogang University
Taiwan: National Taiwan University

Accreditation

BU-EIM-BBA

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