BA/BS in Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations

The Entrepreneurship and Innovation major at Wayne State's Mike Ilitch School of Business suits students who want to start a new company or a venture with social aims, or work within a startup ecosystem. Students may choose between a B.A. and a B.S. Courses are offered in person and online and mix foundation, core and elective classes with experiential learning. Topics include entrepreneurship and innovation, funding for startups, marketing new ventures, technology development, researching consumers, financing new ventures and understanding the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem. The major is suited to students who want to build something of their own or support a young company. Internships and collaboration with faculty provide further practice for a range of career paths. The full list of requirements and courses is published in the undergraduate bulletin.