Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Entrepreneurship
Bring your ideas to life in the Entrepreneurship Lab (E-Lab), an innovative space designed to create and collaborate.
Whether you’re looking to be your own boss, embark on your own business venture or take over the family enterprise, you will transform your ideas into reality in Merrimack’s entrepreneurship major.
Entrepreneurship Degree at a Glance
Program Type
Major
Mode of Study
On Campus
Co-Op/ Internship
Guaranteed
Est. Time
4 Years
Start Terms
Fall, Spring
Cost
School
Accreditation
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The Entrepreneurship Major
Take your small business ideas off the ground as an entrepreneurship major. You will develop a wide range of skills in time management, strategic thinking, money management, financing, budgeting, leadership, networking and more!
What You'll Study
Business Marketing
Entrepreneurial Skills
Managerial Finance
Essential Business
Organizational Behavior
International Entrepreneurship
Skills You'll Learn
Entrepreneurship Courses You'll Take
Managing Entrepreneurial Ventures
ent 3300
This course provides students with an experiential, hand-on approach to understanding the multitude of skills and challenges an entrepreneur faces in managing and growing a new business. The students will engage in simulations, workshops, case studies and a distinguished group of external speakers for a well-rounded experience.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP CAPSTONE PROJECT
ENT 4000
This course allows students to engage directly at a local start-up in the Boston area. Each student team will be assigned a specific project at the start-up and work directly with the founder. The students will be expected to leverage their analytical and communication skills in developing options for the founder and presenting them via weekly status updates and a final presentation.
Funding Entrepreneurial Ventures
ent 3400
This course will take a deep dive into the multitude of financial issues that confront entrepreneurs, like structuring initial investments, managing cash flow and obtaining future funding. The course will use case studies and real financial data to assess the options available to start-ups. Students will develop a financial plan for a designated start-up and an investor “pitch”.
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Entrepreneurship Major Requirements
General Education Requirements
In addition to the major and concentration requirements, you will also need to complete Merrimack’s general education requirements. To see more details about the concentration, please visit catalog.merrimack.edu.Sample Four-Year Schedule - Curriculum Guide
Why Choose the Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship?
Merrimack’s Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship provides students the knowledge and space to learn core business practices and see how businesses are run up close.
REAL-WORLD, HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
Applied learning, or learning by doing, is at the core of the entrepreneurship major. You’ll learn firsthand about successful entrepreneurs, what it means to be in the workforce and what it takes to survive and thrive in the industry.
BUSINESS PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT
You’ll craft your idea into a viable business plan and learn how to determine your market, find funding and investors, market your idea and manage your new venture.
SPACE FOR INNOVATION AND PROBLEM-SOLVING
The Entrepreneurship Lab provides the Merrimack College community with a space for innovation and problem-solving. You’ll use common materials, graphic support and a broad cross-section of faculty expertise while working in the E-Lab.
Career Outlook: Where Can an Entrepreneurship Degree Take You?
Career Outcomes Rate
97% of Girard’s undergraduate class of 2024 were employed full time, part time, participating in a service program, U.S. Armed Forces, or enrolled in a program of continuing education at graduation.
Experiential Learning
90% of the class of 2024 participated in at least one experiential learning opportunity while enrolled as an undergraduate student.
Graduate School
Merrimack, Pace University, Michigan State University, Yale and Northeastern University are just some of the graduate programs Girard graduates are attending.
Jobs with an Entrepreneurship Degree
Entrepreneurs are typically innovators who want to see their idea become a reality. Upon completing our program, you’ll be well-equipped to pursue graduate study or a career starting your own company. Positions may include:
- Business Manager
- Business Owner
- Executive Coach
- Finance Manager
- Franchiser
- Marketing Manager
- Small Business Executive
- Venture Capitalist
Beyond the Classroom
Student Life
You’ll have endless opportunities to find your fit, get involved and pursue what makes you happy—all while making lifelong friends (and memories!).
Explore your passions alongside others with similar interests, whether that means a cappella singing or outdoor adventuring.
- 70+ student organizations
- Division I Athletics, club and intramural sports
- Beloved traditions like Homecoming, Block Party and Spring Concert
- Fraternities and sororities
Internships & Co-Ops
Our students gain valuable work experience and connections with leading companies through guaranteed internships and the Warriors at Work co-op program. Recent placements include:
- Interning with Homeland Security Investigations, shadowing special agents
- Interning at Delta Tech-Ops, working in components engineering
- Working as a tax intern at Baker Tilly
Research with Faculty
With access to cutting-edge tools, undergraduate students can collaborate with faculty on research projects that can lead to presentations and publications.
- Explore the complexities of the human mind in a state-of-the-art psychology lab.
- Understand how inflammation affects immune cell aging in our Shared Instrumentation and Research Facility.
- Build fully functional battle bots for competitions.
Study Abroad
Global Merrimack provides transformative, once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
Our 30+ study abroad programs include semesters abroad, faculty-led trips and international internships.
- Explore and study in the Dominican Republic or Iceland.
- Immerse yourself in cities like Dublin, Madrid or Rome.
- Experience a semester at sea or intern in vibrant cities like London or Paris.
Service Learning
Community and service are at the heart of our Augustinian mission.
Over 1,000 students work together to engage in hands-on service learning projects each year, supporting our communities and those in need.
- Participate in our campus-wide Mack Gives Back volunteer days.
- Spend your winter, spring, or summer break on an immersive SEND trip in the U.S. or abroad, helping those in need.
- Tutor students in nearby school districts.
See for Yourself
Programs Related to the Entrepreneurship Major
Explore other areas and where they can take you.
$17K Annual Tuition
Take the Next Step (We're Here to Help)
At Merrimack, we are ready to meet you where you are and get you where you want to go. And, we make the process simple along the way!
Upcoming Events
Info Session & Campus Tour
Monday-Friday & Most Saturdays
Attend a 20-minute info session led by an admission counselor and then take a student-led campus tour. Registration is required.
Merrimack College Awards & Recognition
U.S. News & World Report | Best Regional Universities North (2026)
- Most Innovative Schools (#8)
- Regional Universities North (#38)
- Best Undergraduate Teaching (#20)
- Best Colleges for Veterans (#16)
- Best Value Schools (#52)
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