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Entrepreneurship (Minor)
Amplify your major with an entrepreneurship minor at Creighton. Open to students in all undergraduate colleges, this 18-credit minor combines foundational business courses with entrepreneurship coursework to develop skills in opportunity recognition, innovation, business modeling, leadership and communication. Through a six-course curriculum, including a hands-on venture creation sequence, you’ll learn to identify needs, test ideas, make decisions amid uncertainty and turn knowledge into action—whether launching a venture or driving innovation within an organization. In this minor you will:
- Build a strong business foundation through coursework in introductory microeconomics and principles of marketing
- Develop an entrepreneurial mindset through courses focused on innovation, creativity and opportunity recognition
- Gain practical entrepreneurial skills through The Entrepreneurial Toolkit and Venture Creation and Development
- Put ideas into action through an entrepreneurship-focused elective, such as an internship, incubator or other approved experience
- Prepare to create value anywhere by applying entrepreneurial thinking to business, healthcare, technology, education, the arts and more
Entrepreneurship Minor: Develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset and Skills
Build the skills to create value in any career.
The entrepreneurship minor at Creighton will give you the mindset and practical skills to recognize opportunities, solve problems and create value, whether you plan to launch a business or innovate within an established organization. Designed to complement any major, this minor will help you connect what you know with what you can do.
In this minor, you’ll develop durable skills in several areas that apply across industries and career paths, such as entrepreneur, intrapreneur, innovator, consultant or organizational leader.
- Opportunity and innovation: Strengthen your creativity and curiosity through customer discovery, experimentation and evidence-based decision-making
- Business and venture building: Develop skills in business modeling, financial modeling, marketing, market analysis and resource allocation
- Leadership and communication: Tap into the power of storytelling, persuasion, teamwork, collaboration and leadership
- Action and adaptability: Work through ambiguity—testing assumptions, iteration, resilience and decision-making without perfect information
Curriculum
The entrepreneurship minor includes six courses totaling 18 credits, combining foundational business courses with specialized entrepreneurship coursework. Students begin with Introductory Microeconomics and Principles of Marketing, then build entrepreneurial knowledge and skills through courses in innovation, entrepreneurial strategy and venture development.
The minor includes a three-course entrepreneurship sequence—Innovation and Creativity, The Entrepreneurial Toolkit and Venture Creation and Development—that progresses from entrepreneurial thinking to practical skills and hands-on application. In the final course, students work as part of a venture team to develop and pitch a business concept, with opportunities to prepare for Creighton’s JayTank Pitch Competition.
Students also complete one approved entrepreneurship elective, with options that may include an entrepreneurship internship, incubator experience or other approved entrepreneurship coursework.
Entrepreneurship for the Common Good
Employers demand more than just technical proficiency; they seek agile, ethical leaders. Our unique Mindset Curriculum is integrated into your accounting coursework, ensuring you develop the six core competencies – Action, Cross-cultural, Analytical, Collaborative, Reflective and Service Mindsets – that top-tier firms value most. We don’t just teach you how to "do well" in business—we empower you to "do good" for society.
- Analytical and action-oriented: Move beyond data entry to provide high-level strategic insights and decisive financial leadership.
- Collaborative and cross-cultural: Master the ability to work across diverse teams and navigate the complexities of the global marketplace.
- Reflective and service-driven: Ground your financial expertise in Jesuit values, practicing ethical decision-making that serves the greater professional community.
Program Admission Requirements
Admissions to the program are based upon:
- High school GPA
- ACT or SAT scores*
- Extracurricular activities
- A personal statement to demonstrate creative abilities not reflected in transcripts
- A recommendation from your high school counselor
Additionally, honors sections and advanced placement courses will enhance a candidate’s application.
*If you are choosing to apply test-optional, ACT/SAT exam scores are not required at the time of application for admission.
When to Apply
- August 1: Application for fall admission opens.
- October 1: Submission period for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens (open through June 30). Use the prior year tax information. Creighton’s school code number is 002542.
- November 1: Early Action deadline for applicants. Submit your Application for Undergraduate Admission and all required credentials by this date to receive a non-binding admissions decision by December 15. All decisions are non-binding.
- December 1: Priority deadline for scholarship consideration. Submit your Application for Undergraduate Admission and all required credentials by this date to receive priority scholarship consideration and remain eligible to apply for honors and leadership programs and additional scholarship opportunities.
Entrepreneurship Career Paths
With the entrepreneurial skills and mindset you develop in this program, you’ll be well suited to building new organizations or driving innovation within existing companies, nonprofits, healthcare systems and other organizations. Roles include:
- Entrepreneur/business founder
- Intrapreneur/corporate innovator
- Business development specialist
- Innovation manager
- Product manager
- Management consultant
- Venture capital or investment analyst
- Marketing or growth strategist
- Social entrepreneur
- Family business leader
- Healthcare innovation specialist
- Technology commercialization specialist
Turn Entrepreneurial Ideas into Real-World Experience
At Creighton, entrepreneurship extends beyond the classroom. Through the Greisch Center for Enterprise Value, students across majors can connect with entrepreneurs, mentors, alumni and industry partners while testing ideas and developing ventures. The Center’s applied opportunities give students multiple ways to practice entrepreneurial thinking, whether they are exploring an idea for the first time or actively building a business. Opportunities include:
- JayTank Pitch Competition: Develop and pitch a venture to judges, entrepreneurs and the Creighton community while competing for funding and recognition.
- 10-Hour Startup: Work with a team to move an idea from concept to action during an intensive, one-day startup challenge.
- Founder Fridays: Hear directly from entrepreneurs, investors and innovators and build connections within the entrepreneurial community.
- Innovation Challenges: Collaborate on real-world problems through themed problem-solving sprints designed to turn creative ideas into practical solutions.
- Startup and venture experiences: Explore the Omaha entrepreneurial ecosystem through internships, community events and opportunities to connect with local founders and organizations.
- Venture development resources: Students developing ventures can access resources through the Greisch Center, including venture team formation, mentorship, venture testing and funding opportunities.
Get Involved in Student Clubs and Organizations
Collegiate Alliance of Social Entrepreneurs (CASE)
Explore how entrepreneurship can address social and community challenges through sustainable, responsible business solutions. Students develop entrepreneurial ideas, collaborate with peers and engage with real-world opportunities to create positive social impact.
The J. Consulting Club
Gain hands-on experience solving real business challenges while developing skills in strategy, research, communication and problem-solving. Students work collaboratively to analyze client needs, develop recommendations and present solutions, building the adaptability and critical-thinking skills that entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs need.
“The entrepreneurship program has given me the tools to become a more well-rounded leader and employee, emphasizing that entrepreneurship is a way of thinking grounded in creative problem-solving and the ability to create meaningful value for others, regardless of where you work.”
Mary Margaret Mellen, Senior
Double Major: Finance and Marketing
Double Minor: Spanish & Hispanic Studies and Entrepreneurship
Tuition, Cost and Financial Aid
Tuition is reviewed annually. Visit our Cost and Aid page for the current full cost of attendance, net-price calculator and financial-aid information. At Creighton, nearly all undergraduates receive financial aid. To be considered, submit your FAFSA and browse our institutional-aid programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can pursue the entrepreneurship minor?
The entrepreneurship minor is designed for students from any undergraduate major at Creighton. Whether you study business, healthcare, engineering, technology, education, the arts or another field, you can add entrepreneurship skills to your existing area of expertise.
Do I need to plan to start a business to minor in entrepreneurship?
No. Entrepreneurship skills are valuable whether you plan to launch a company or innovate within an existing organization. The minor prepares students to become both entrepreneurs who build new organizations, and intrapreneurs who identify opportunities and drive innovation within established companies, nonprofits, healthcare systems and other organizations.
What will I learn in the entrepreneurship minor?
You’ll develop an entrepreneurial mindset and practical skills in opportunity recognition, innovation, customer discovery, business modeling, finance, marketing, strategy, leadership, communication and decision-making. You’ll also learn to test assumptions, work through ambiguity and use feedback and evidence to improve ideas.
How does the entrepreneurship minor fit with my major?
The minor is designed to complement, not compete with, your primary field of study. Your major provides deep expertise while entrepreneurship gives you another way to put that knowledge into action, helping you recognize opportunities, solve problems and create value in your chosen field.
What careers can I pursue with an entrepreneurship minor?
An entrepreneurship minor can complement careers in nearly any industry. Graduates may pursue roles as entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, business development specialists, innovation or product managers, consultants, marketing strategists, social entrepreneurs, family business leaders and specialists in areas such as healthcare innovation or technology commercialization.
Accreditation
The Heider College of Business at Creighton holds dual accreditation from AACSB International, the global hallmark of excellence. Since 1949, we have remained in an elite tier of business education—one of only 2% of institutions worldwide to earn AACSB accreditation for both business and accounting.
- Elite distinction: As an original charter institution for accounting accreditation, we represent the highest standard of academic achievement.
- National rankings: Our undergraduate and graduate programs consistently rank in the top third of all AACSB-accredited schools by U.S. News & World Report.
- Leadership excellence: AACSB has specifically recognized the college for its innovative initiatives in leadership development.
- Quality assured: Our commitment to continuous improvement is validated through a rigorous peer-review process, ensuring your degree carries global prestige.
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