Entrepreneurial Studies Specialization

Combine business and creativity with a career in entrepreneurship.

Entrepreneurs have the mindset, energy and business skills to create value in any industry. In the Business Administration Entrepreneurial Studies Specialization at BHSU, you’ll learn to spot opportunities others miss, validate concepts, secure funding, and build companies from scratch to you can turn your big ideas into real businesses. From startup to scale-up, you’ll master the skills to launch ventures, lead innovation teams or transform existing businesses. South Dakota’s business-friendly environment is the perfect place to start a business, and BHSU graduates are well prepared to be adaptable problem-solvers in any industry.

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Program Highlights

  • Home to SD CEO: The South Dakota Center for Enterprise Opportunity works individually with businesses and entrepreneurs to help them succeed in addition to offering large group trainings and conferences.  SD CEO empowers people to succeed in their endeavors.
  • SD BIG Idea Competition: This competition encourages high school students to learn about business and entrepreneurship and over $55,000 in prizes and scholarships are awarded.  BHSU students assist with the competition and serve as judges, providing guidance and direction to their future colleagues.
  • SBA Grant Funded Programs
  • Free Business Advising and Networking Events
  • Black Hills Business-Friendly Environment

AACSB Accreditation

The Black Hills State University College of Business programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), which is recognized worldwide for its quality. Graduates from AACSB accredited programs tend to earn higher salaries, work in more prestigious fields and positions, and are more satisfied with their career and educational choices.  Only about 6% of colleges and universities that offer business programs have earned this accreditation, and our faculty work hard through their research, teaching, and service projects to maintain this high standard.

 

Careers & Outcomes

The Entrepreneurship Specialization at BHSU equips students with the skills to thrive in a variety of fast-paced, innovation-driven careers:

  • Business Consultant
  • Innovation Manager
  • Technology and AI Integration Manager
  • Digital Entrepreneur
  • Growth Strategist

 

 

Curriculum

Curriculum details shown are subject to change each academic year. Updated information for the upcoming academic year will be posted soon.

Afforable Education, Exceptional Opportunities

Discover how you can achieve your dreams without breaking the bank. Learn about our competitive tuition rates, scholarships, and financial aid options designed just for you. Your future starts here at BHSU!

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