Entrepreneurship BS

Turn your big idea into the next big thing.

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About the Program

Taught by founders and business leaders, the Entrepreneurship BS program equips you with the tools, mentorship, and mindset to turn your ambitions into the future you want. Gain real-world experience, connect with a network of business leaders, and learn directly from those who’ve been there. With small class sizes, a diverse environment that sparks fresh perspectives, and affordable tuition that reduces financial risk, you’ll be ready to take bold steps, test your ideas, and confidently build your business.

Here’s your chance to:

Develop problem-solving and leadership skills to launch and lead successful business ventures
Learn to spot market opportunities, craft winning business models, and lock down funding that turns ideas into reality
Build practical skills by participating in the Venture Development Center and BEST Boston, collaborating with startups and established businesses on hands-on projects

Boston ranked best US city for innovation & partnership

U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 2025

business partners with the College of Management

UMass Boston Survey Data, 2020-2022

Boston is #2 nationwide for startup investment

startupbos.org, 2024

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Career Possibilities

Whether you’re launching your own business, growing an existing one, or transforming an organization from the inside, this program equips you with the skills, strategies, and confidence to build something meaningful.

Here’s where this degree can take you:

Entrepreneur or Start-up Founder
Business Development Manager
Venture Capital Analyst
Innovation Consultant
Product Manager
Business Strategy Analyst
Small Business Owner
E-commerce Entrepreneur
Management or Growth Consultant

Boston is Built for Entrepreneurs

Boston is home to a thriving network of organizations that support entrepreneurs and startups. Here are just a few that UMass Boston can connect you with:

Student Stories

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The Entrepreneurship program has helped me gain confidence, improve my communication skills, and inspired me to work toward my goal of starting a business.

Rouaa C.

Plan Your Education

How to Apply

First Year Student Deadlines: Fall

Early Action I: November 1
Early Action II: January 1
Regular Decision: February 15

Transfer Student Deadlines:

Fall Semester (Domestic): June 15
Spring Semester: December 15

Please review the first-year and transfer apply pages for important information about application requirements, deadlines, and application status check.

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Apply as a Transfer Student

Financing Your Education

Become a Beacon and pursue your passion in UMass Boston’s diverse, supportive environment. Many students across our 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs receive financial aid—providing access to an education that’s exceptional and affordable. For additional information regarding tuition and fees, please visit the Bursar’s Office or send an email to Bursar@umb.edu.

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Scholarships for Transfers

Program Details

Curriculum

Business Foundation Courses (9 Credits)

MSIS 110 - Introduction to Computers and Information Systems 3 Credits
MSIS 212 - Managerial Decision Making 3 Credits

MSIS 111L - Managerial Statistics 3 Credits
or
ECON 205 - Statistical Methods 3 Credits
or
MATH 125 - Introductory Statistics 3 Credits
or
PSYCH 370 - Statistics 3 Credits
or
SOCIOL 350 - Social Statistics 3 Credits

Management Core Courses (24 Credits)

AF 210 - Financial Accounting 3 Credits
AF 211 - Managerial Accounting 3 Credits
AF 301 - Introduction to Financial Management 3 Credits
MGT 303 - Managing Organizations 3 Credits
MGT 330 - Business Environments and Public Policy 3 Credits
MGT 331 - Managerial Ethics and Social Issues 3 Credits
MKT 301 - Principles of Marketing 3 Credits
MSIS 301 - Operations Management 3 Credits

Required Entrepreneurship Courses (6 Credits)

MGT 470 - Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Organizations 3 Credits
MKT 465 - Entrepreneurship Sales and Marketing 3 Credits

Electives (9 Credits)

Take three electives from the list below.

BC 298 - Presentation Skills for Business 3 Credits
IT 370 - Introduction to Analytics 3 Credits
MGT 350 - Organizational Events Management 3 Credits
MGT 415 - Sport Entrepreneurship: Innovation, Design, and Start-Up of Sport-Themed Enterprises 3 Credits
MGT 434 - Managing Global Environment 3 Credits
MGT 474 - Entrepreneurship Practicum to Launch Your Own Business 3 Credits
MKT 409 - Customer Relationship Management 3 Credits
MKT 441 - Social Media and E-Services 3 Credits
SCSM 454L - Supply Chain Management 3 Credits

Capstone (3 Credits)

MGT 490 - Strategic Management 3 Credits

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
Develop critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills.
Demonstrate sound ethical reasoning skills.
Integrate understanding of issues concerning diversity and globalization in business management.

Graduation Criteria

Degree Requirements

If this is the student’s only or primary major, the degree requirements below must be completed for graduation. See graduation requirements for more information.

Major Requirements

Complete 51 credits from 17 courses including three business foundation courses, eight management core courses, five Entrepreneurship courses, and one capstone.

MAP Program: Students must complete the Management Achievement Program (MAP) as part of the major.

Pass/Fail: No courses taken pass/fail may be applied toward the major.

Residency: At least six courses for the management core must be completed at UMass Boston.

Contact

College of Management Undergraduate Programs
McCormack Hall, 5th Floor, Room 610
Phone: 617.287.7760

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BEST Boston

Learn more about BEST Boston (Business Engagement for Students). BEST Boston is UMass Boston College of Management’s 10-week paid consulting experience during the summer with local businesses.

This program is free for businesses, offering them talent to solve problems and create solutions while supporting education. It’s a win-win for students and businesses, boosting workforce and economic development in the Boston area and across Massachusetts.

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