4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
The Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship at Louisiana State University’s E. J. Ourso College of Business is a unique paired degree program that must be completed alongside another LSU BS or BA degree.
This program provides students with the entrepreneurial mindset and practical skills necessary to launch startups, manage family businesses, or drive innovation within established organizations.
Students participate in pitch competitions, consulting projects, internships, and the Louisiana Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Program of Study (LEEPS).
Course Overview:
Year 1: Principles of Microeconomics, English Composition, Introduction to Management Information Systems, College Algebra, Introductory Financial Accounting, Calculus with Business and Economic Applications, Elective
Year 2: Principles of Macroeconomics, Introduction to Business Statistics, Introductory Managerial Accounting, Money, Banking and Macroeconomic Activity, English Composition, Statistical Methods and Models, Elective
Year 3: Financial Management, Entrepreneurship, Intrapreneurship, Innovation and Creativity, Special Topics in Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Principles of Management, Principles of Marketing, Introduction to Operations Management
Entrepreneurship Internships and Consulting Projects: Hands-on opportunities to build, manage, or advise real ventures
LEEPS (Louisiana Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Program of Study): Connects students with local startups and entrepreneurs
Pitch and Business Plan Competitions: Practical forums to develop, refine, and present entrepreneurial ideas
Mentorship Opportunities: Access to industry leaders, successful entrepreneurs, and LSU’s alumni network
Flexible Electives: Includes social entrepreneurship, franchising, consulting, and advanced venture planning
Career Pathways: Entrepreneurship, corporate innovation, family business leadership, venture capital, and nonprofit management
Graduate Studies: Suitable preparation for MBAs, specialized entrepreneurship master's programs, or law school
Certifications: Strong foundation for small business, project management, or innovation-related certifications
Career Outcomes: Graduates well-positioned to launch their own ventures or to lead strategic initiatives within established companies
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