If you've ever wanted to start your own business or be your own boss, you can turn that idea into reality at º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ University. Teaching you core business fundamentals while inspiring creativity and vision, TROY's BSBA in Business Administration - Entrepreneurship equips you with the skills and knowledge you need to excel as a business owner, startup founder or entrepreneur.
The bachelor's degree in entrepreneurship is offered in person on the º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Campus. For more information about program availability and delivery options, call 1-800-414-5756.
The Business Accounting and Finance concentration prepares students for high-paying
careers in corporate finance, investment banking and international accounting. The
program offers a cutting-edge, AACSB-accredited curriculum that emphasizes a global
economy perspective, developing skills in financial modeling, risk assessment and
investment portfolio management through coursework, case studies and simulations.
Students gain real-world experience via internships, capstone projects and industry
collaborations.
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TROY's Business Analytics concentration equips students with the skills to predict
business opportunities and risks by dissecting data, applicable across diverse fields
such as business, engineering, pharmacology and architecture. Graduates will excel
at identifying relevant information, examining data, creatively solving problems,
organizing data, advising decision-makers, managing information for business intelligence
and communicating insights effectively through visualizations and business terminology.
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The Entrepreneurship concentration is designed for aspiring business owners and startup
founders. This program combines core business fundamentals with a focus on creativity
and vision, preparing students to generate, develop and refine business ideas through
courses like Business Plan Development and Product Development. Graduates gain practical
experience via internships and are equipped with the skills in marketing, economics
and analytics to successfully launch their own ventures or contribute to the growth
of existing businesses.
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TROY's General Business concentration offers a flexible, interdisciplinary degree
for students seeking a broad overview of various business disciplines. Ideal for those
exploring different business areas, this program allows for extensive customization
through upper-level classes across all business fields. It develops proficiency in
management concepts, skills and strategic business techniques, preparing graduates
for diverse career paths.
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The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in
Marketing provides students with core business fundamentals and fosters creativity.
The program's curriculum focuses on understanding customer preferences and guiding
organizational efforts related to product development, promotional strategies, pricing
and distribution. With flexible delivery options and instruction from experienced
faculty, this program equips students with the knowledge to thrive in today's competitive
global business environment.
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TROY's Risk Management and Insurance concentration prepares you for high-demand careers
in risk management, underwriting, claims, and brokerage, with a unique focus on the
specialty insurance market, including excess and surplus lines. Even before graduating,
you'll have the opportunity to earn your Alabama state producer license, often by
your second semester. The program's coursework aligns with prestigious professional
designations like ASLI and CPCU, allowing you to work towards these while earning
your degree. Our robust internship program, supported by faculty engaged with industry
partners, provides invaluable connections and real-world experience, leading to rewarding
RMI careers helping individuals and businesses manage and anticipate risk.
Customize your Business Administration degree by choosing a concentration from Environmental Science, Leadership Development, Legal Studies, Music Industry or World Languages (Spanish). This unique option allows students to leverage existing minors in one of these fields to gain a specialized business major.
At TROY, you'll have the one-of-a-kind opportunity to start your business with Innovation,
Design and Entrepreneurship Accelerator (IDEA) Bank. Each year, IDEA Bank chooses
five student-run businesses to sponsor and provide access to the resources entrepreneurs
need to grow. That means you'll have the opportunity to launch a successful business
before you even graduate.
Should your business be chosen for sponsorship, IDEA Bank offers one-on-one mentorship,
networking opportunities, personal brand advising, technology and other support for
launching your business. IDEA Bank also holds numerous events, offers workspaces and
helps shape the curriculum for the entrepreneurship degree at TROY. Whether you have
a fully developed business idea or aren't yet sure where to start, IDEA Bank can help
you take the next step on your entrepreneurial journey. Learn more about IDEA Bank.
Jobs for entrepreneurship majors can include sales, marketing and consulting for existing businesses or starting your own venture.
Southeast Gas Endowed IDEA Bank Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship for students enrolled in the entrepreneurship major/minor or have
selected to participate in the IDEA Bank entrepreneurship project/curriculum on the
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TROY's entrepreneurship degree program prepares you to launch your own business venture or help an existing business grow. Careers for entrepreneurship majors can also include product development, marketing, sales and business development roles.
What started out for Sarah Snyder as part-time high school job has gone to the dogs, literally. The sophomore business major from Roeton, AL has created Countryside Kennels and was the winner of the IDEA Bank's Student Entrepreneur Marketing Competition, which was open to IDEA Bank students during the spring semester.