Entrepreneurship

Program Statement

This program focuses on developing skills in finance, human resource management, management principles, marketing, purchasing, and sales needed for establishing and operating a new business.

Program Information

• This program requires a total of 64 credits.
• Bristol is the home of the Academic Center for Entrepreneurship. It works to assist people starting a business as well as to encourage local high school and middle school students to consider entrepreneurship.
• Students who have taken courses at other institutions may receive transfer credit. All transfer credit requests for business related courses (ACC, BNK, BUS, LSM, MAN, MAR and RMN) must be approved by the Business Administration Department Chair.
• Some courses in this program are eligible for Credit for Prior Learning (CPL).
• Students must take ENG 102 if they wish to take advantage of transfer agreements with UMass Dartmouth and Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU).
• Follow the course sequence as much as possible.

After Bristol

Students will be ready to start their own businesses and operate small enterprises.

Students can transfer to four-year institutions which offer bachelor degrees in Entrepreneurship. Contact your advisor or the Department Chair. This program is not MassTransfer eligible.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: 

1. Develop and evaluate viable business plans and models by identifying opportunities, target markets, and value propositions.
2. Apply entrepreneurial, financial, and operational decision-making skills to support the launch and management of new or growing ventures.
3. Analyze business challenges and market conditions to identify problems, assess risks, and implement effective solutions.
4. Utilize data and qualitative reasoning to support strategic business decisions and improve performance.
5. Communicate business strategies and venture plans effectively to stakeholders, including partners, clients, and community organizations.
6. Demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset by applying adaptability, initiative, and problem-solving in dynamic business environments.