<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>Herzing University's Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a concentration in Entrepreneurial Studies program is designed for individuals who aspire to be their own bosses. The program strives to give you competencies in every aspect of running a business. Among the topics you will have the chance to study are finance and accounting, product development, personnel management, and advertising. Emphasis is also placed on creating business and marketing plans as well as building negotiation and salesmanship skills. Various methods of raising business venture capital are also designed to be explored. This program is offered online and on campus. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>You should have the ability to lead others and to communicate clearly and concisely. Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work hard are also important. Though requirements may vary, you should have earned a high school diploma or equivalent. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>As a student of this program, you will be expected to earn a minimum of 123 semester credit hours. Your program content, which includes management core courses and entrepreneurial subjects, is outlined below. </p> <p><u>Required Management Core Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>AC 107 </td><td> Accounting I</td></tr> <tr><td>AC 220 </td><td> Finance</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 106 </td><td> Introduction to Management</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 204 </td><td> The Digital Firm and Business Communications</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 206 </td><td> Business Law I</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 220 </td><td> Principles of Marketing</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 302 </td><td> Leadership and Organizational Behavior</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 327 </td><td> Business Ethics</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 345 </td><td> Project Management</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 407 </td><td> Quantitative Decision Making</td></tr> <tr><td>EC 111 </td><td> Principles of Microeconomics</td></tr> <tr><td>EC 121 </td><td> Principles of Macroeconomics</td></tr> </table><p><u>Required Courses in Entrepreneurship</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>AC 216 </td><td> Accounting II</td></tr> <tr><td>AC 306 </td><td> Managerial Cost Accounting</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 216 </td><td> Social Media</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 235 </td><td> Entrepreneurship</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 247 </td><td> Advertising and Public Relations</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 310 </td><td> Business Law II</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 328 </td><td> Product Development and Innovation</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 332 </td><td> Small Business Development and Planning</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 336 </td><td> Art of Negotiation</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 406 </td><td> International Business</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 447 </td><td> Marketing Research</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 450 </td><td> Marketing Strategy</td></tr> </table><p><u>Open Elective Courses</u> </p> <ul><li>At least 9 semester credit hours of open elective courses are required. </li></ul><p><u>Required Capstone or Internship</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>BU 491 </td><td> Capstone Project</td></tr> <tr><td>BU 495 </td><td> Internship</td></tr> </table><p><u>Required Courses in General Education</u> </p> <ul><li>Students who select this bachelor's degree program must complete a minimum of 37 semester credit hours in general education courses, including natural science, humanities, and mathematics. </li></ul><p><u>Personal and Professional Development Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>PD 121 </td><td> Professional Development I</td></tr> <tr><td>PD 202 </td><td> Professional Development II</td></tr> <tr><td>PD 214 </td><td> AS / AAS / BS Diploma Internship Preparation</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Fortified with knowledge of the current marketplace and of standard business practices, you could be ready to pursue your professional goals. You could develop your own business ventures or seek opportunities in areas of organizational leadership, human resources management, marketing, operations, or sales. Some career possibilities that you might be able to explore upon graduation include: </p> <ul><li>Small Business Owner </li><li>Venture Capitalist </li><li>Small E-Business Consultant </li><li>Franchise Owner </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>If you want to undergo a more intensive study of business and entrepreneurship, you might consider applying to a master's-level program. Taking part in a master's degree program could allow you to pursue professional networking opportunities and could provide you additional knowledge of global business management, finance, managerial accounting, and operations. Two examples of relevant degree programs are: </p> <ul><li>Master of Science in Entrepreneurship </li><li>Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in: <ul><li>Entrepreneurship</li></ul></li></ul>