Entrepreneurism Minor
Turn an idea into a business. Shawnee State's Entrepreneurism Minor — 15 credit hours, designed for business and non-business majors alike — gives you the practical know-how to launch a venture, find customers, and build a brand people remember.
Program Overview
Do you dream of starting your own business someday? Or maybe you have a brilliant idea for a product or service, but you're not sure how to make it a reality? Shawnee State University offers an exciting Entrepreneurism minor that can help you turn those dreams into action! This minor is designed to teach you all about the essential steps involved in starting a business, from the ground up. With 15 credit hours, this minor provides a focused set of classes that cover key current practices, helping you understand the basics of launching a venture, connecting with your target customers, introducing your products or services to the world, and building a strong brand that people recognize.
What makes the Entrepreneurism minor so valuable is that it's beneficial for any major, not just business students! Whether you're studying art, science, technology, or even healthcare, having an understanding of entrepreneurship can empower you to create your own opportunities. Imagine being an artist who knows how to market their work and build a thriving art business, or a scientist who can turn their groundbreaking research into a successful startup. This minor provides you with the foundational knowledge and skills to identify market needs, develop innovative solutions, and effectively introduce them to the world, no matter what your primary field of study is.
If you're ready to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset and gain the practical skills needed to launch your own venture, the Entrepreneurism minor at Shawnee State University is for you! This is your chance to learn how to transform your ideas into reality, understand how to engage with customers, and build a lasting brand.
At A Glance
Entrepreneurism Minor
Degree
Minor
Format
On-campus
Length
Typically completed alongside a bachelor's degree
Credits
15
Class Size
12:1
Location
Advanced Technology Center, Main Campus
Why Study Entrepreneurism Minor at Shawnee University
Fifteen hours of focused, practical coursework — enough to give you a real foundation without taking over your main degree.
Built for non-business majors too. Whether you're in art, science, technology, or healthcare, you can use entrepreneurial skills to create your own opportunities.
You'll cover the core domains of running a business: management, marketing, and accounting — plus electives that let you specialize. Access to the Kricker Innovation Hub and other campus resources connects you with mentors and regional startups.
The minor is 15 credit hours — two required courses plus three electives from a focused list.
- Required: Introduction to Financial Accounting (BUAC 2010)
- Required: Management Principles (BUMG 3100)
- Electives (choose 3): Managerial Accounting, Taxation, Web Development, Cybersecurity, Project Management, Small Business Operations, International Business, Marketing Concepts/Principles, Marketing Communications, International Marketing, or Entrepreneurial & Social Media Marketing
Entrepreneurism Minor Frequently Asked Questions
15 credit hours — two required courses plus three electives.
No. The minor is specifically built to be useful for non-business majors who want to start their own ventures.
The Kricker Innovation Hub and other campus resources support student entrepreneurs with mentorship and regional connections.
