This field is for those individuals who aim at setting up their own businesses. MBA Entrepreneurship programs provide a best foundation for those who want to lead but not led by someone. Students impart knowledge and skills required to evaluate various business opportunities, generate new business ventures, and nurture innovative skills and many more, to be able to run a successful business. These programs hone your business skills and knowledge and others like techniques in investment plans, which play a priceless role whether you want to venture into a business firm or set up one on your own.
The MBA Entrepreneurship programs generally last for a period of two years which includes four semesters. There are a number of MBA Schools all around the world which offer online, part time and full time programs. Students can choose any one out of the three choices available, based on their interest and convenience. To qualify for these programs one should at the least have a bachelor’s degree. In addition, one should also possess the zeal to achieve their goals and dreams.
Typical coursework includes principles of management, managerial economics, management of human assets, etc in the first semester, entrepreneurship and innovation, behavioral science, legal aspects of business, etc in the second semester, Business Planning and Strategy in New Ventures, Technology Strategy for Entrepreneurs, International Business, etc in the third semester and exit strategies, service management, projects and viva in the final semester.
The following are the top MBA Schools in the world (as of 2011) which offer MBA Entrepreneurship programs:
• Stanford University
• Harvard University
• Babson College
• Brigham Young University
• University of Virginia
• The University of Chicago
• University of Michigan (Ann Arbor)
• Washington University in St. Louis
• University of Arizona
• The University of Texas (Austin)
Choosing the right kind of school is what makes a difference in your career.