BS in Entrepreneurship
Introduction to the BS Entrepreneurship Program
The Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship at NIU is a dynamic undergraduate program designed to foster the entrepreneurial spirit in students. In today’s fast-changing business world, entrepreneurs are essential in driving innovation and shaping the future. This four-year degree equips students with the tools and mindset to successfully launch, manage, and grow their own businesses or innovate within existing companies.
Students learn how to identify market opportunities, turn ideas into viable business ventures, and tackle the unique challenges that entrepreneurs face. The program offers a rich blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the real-world complexities of entrepreneurship.
What Makes the BS Entrepreneurship Program at NIU Unique?
At NIU, we are committed to cultivating the next generation of entrepreneurs. Here’s why our BS Entrepreneurship program is the right choice for aspiring innovators:
- Focus on Creativity & Innovation: The curriculum emphasizes creative thinking, problem-solving, and risk management, enabling students to thrive in uncertain business environments.
- Practical Experience: Through case studies, internships, workshops, and mentorship, students gain valuable insights into the entrepreneurial journey, with real-world exposure to startup challenges.
- Specialized Courses: Core business disciplines such as marketing, finance, and management are complemented by courses in business planning, opportunity recognition, and funding strategies, tailored specifically for entrepreneurial endeavors.
- Sustainable Business Practices: The program instills an understanding of ethical entrepreneurship, equipping students to create ventures that balance profitability with social and environmental responsibility.
- Comprehensive Support: Students benefit from a nurturing entrepreneurial ecosystem at NIU, including access to mentors, networking events, and industry connections that support business ventures from inception to scale.
Career Prospects for BS Entrepreneurship Graduates
Graduates of NIU’s BS Entrepreneurship program leave with a wealth of knowledge and practical skills, opening doors to diverse career paths. Career prospects include:
- Start-up Founder/Entrepreneur: Launch your own business or startup, turning your innovative ideas into profitable ventures.
- Business Development Manager: Work in established companies to drive growth, innovation, and expansion strategies.
- Consultant for Small Businesses/Startups: Provide expert advice to emerging businesses in areas like strategy, marketing, and financial management.
- Product Manager: Lead the development and scaling of new products that meet market demands.
- Venture Capital Analyst/Investor: Evaluate entrepreneurial ventures for potential investment, helping fund the next generation of successful startups.
- Family Business Owner/Manager: Apply entrepreneurial principles to grow and innovate within a family-owned business.
- Social Entrepreneur: Create ventures that prioritize social and environmental impact, balancing profit with purpose.
At NIU, we aim to empower students with the entrepreneurial skills needed to create sustainable businesses and drive economic growth. Our program fosters leaders who are capable of launching successful ventures or innovating within established organizations.
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Faculty |
Management Sciences |
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Department |
NUR School of Management |
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Study Level |
Undergraduate |
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Program Duration |
4 Years |
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Program Type |
Full Time |
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Total Credit Hours |
135 |
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Intake |
Fall & Spring Semester |
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Semester No. 1 |
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ENGL101 |
Functional English |
3 (3+0) |
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NSC101 |
The Science of Global Challenges |
3 (2+1) |
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SOCL 101 |
Sociology |
2 (2+0) |
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QR 101 |
Quantitative Reasoning I |
3 (3+0) |
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AH 101 |
Creative Arts |
2 (2+0) |
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ENTP 101 |
Entrepreneurship |
2 (2+0) |
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QTR 101 |
Quran Translation |
0 |
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15 |
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Semester No. 2 |
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ENGL 102 |
Expository Writing |
3 (3+0) |
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ISLM 101 |
Islamic Studies |
2 (2+0) |
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PKST 102 |
Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan |
2 (2+0) |
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QR 102 |
Quantitative Reasoning II |
3 (3+0) |
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ICT 101 |
Applications of Information and Communication Technologies |
3 (2+1) |
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CCE 101 |
Civics and Community Engagement |
2 (2+0) |
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QTR 102 |
Quran Translation |
0 |
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15 |
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Semester No. 3 |
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MGTM106 |
Oral Communication |
3 (3+0) |
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ECON102 |
Microeconomics |
3 (3+0) |
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MATH 102 |
Business Mathematics |
3 (3+0) |
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ENTP 201 |
Digital Tool Kit for Entrepreneurs |
3 (3+0) |
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MKTG 201 |
Principal of Marketing |
3 (3+0) |
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ACCT 203 |
Fundamentals of Accounting |
3 (3+0) |
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QTR 103 |
Quran Translation |
0 |
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18 |
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Semester No. 4 |
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QUAN203 |
Business Statistics |
3 (3+0) |
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MGTM 201 |
Principles of Management and Organization |
3 (3+0) |
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ENTP 202 |
Startup Acceleration and Co-Creation |
3 (3+0) |
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ECON 201 |
Macroeconomics |
3 (3+0) |
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ACCT 101 |
Financial Accounting |
3 (3+0) |
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MKTG 202 |
Marketing Management |
3 (3+0) |
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QTR 104 |
Quran Translation |
0 |
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18 |
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Semester No. 5 |
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ENTP 301 |
Sustainable Family Business |
3 (3+0) |
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FINC 301 |
Business Finance |
3 (3+0) |
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MGTM 302 |
Organizational Behavior |
3 (3+0) |
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INSC 202 |
Introduction to Data Sciences and Analytics |
3 (3+0) |
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MGTM206 |
Business Communications |
3 (3+0) |
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QTR 105 |
Quran Translation |
0 |
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SSC 301 |
Psychology |
3 (3+0) |
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18 |
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Semester No. 6 |
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ENTP 302 |
Islamic Conception of Business and Entrepreneurship |
3 (3+0) |
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BUSN 401 |
Business Research Methods and Report Writing |
3 (3+0) |
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MKTG 301 |
Consumer Behavior |
3 (3+0) |
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MGTM 301 |
Human Resource Management |
3 (3+0) |
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INSC301 |
Operations Management |
3 (3+0) |
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QTR 106 |
Quran Translation |
0 |
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SSC 302 |
Critical Thinking and Logic |
3 (3+0) |
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18 |
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BFE 400 |
Internship |
3 (0+3) |
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Semester No. 7 |
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SSC 401 |
International Relations |
3 (3+0) |
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ENTP 401 |
New Venture Creation |
3 (3+0) |
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QTR 107 |
Quran Translation |
0 |
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ENTP 402 |
Entrepreneurial Finance |
3 (3+0) |
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ENTP 403 |
Fundamentals of Technopreneurship |
3 (3+0) |
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FINC 401 |
Islamic Finance |
3 (3+0) |
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BUSN 303 |
International Business |
3 (3+0) |
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15 |
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Semester No. 8 |
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BUSN302 |
Strategic Management |
3 (3+0) |
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THE 400 |
Project |
3 (3+0) |
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QTR 108 |
Quran Translation |
0 |
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ENTP 404 |
Future of Global Entrepreneurship |
3 (3+0) |
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ENTP 405 |
Corporate Entrepreneurship |
3 (3+0) |
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15 |
Pre-Requisites to Enter the Program:
- Those who have completed FA/F.Sc./ICS/I.COM with a minimum of 45% marks