University of Nebraska, Omaha

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an Entrepreneurship focus teaches how to identify opportunities, develop business models, and move ventures from idea to execution. Study blends foundational business disciplines—such as accounting, marketing and management—with courses and projects that emphasize opportunity recognition, lean testing, financing, and growth strategies. Instruction typically uses case work, experiential labs, and team-based startup projects to develop practical skills.

What you'll study

Students cover core business coursework alongside entrepreneurship-focused topics. Typical learning areas include:

• Opportunity assessment and business model design
• New venture planning, prototyping and customer validation
• Small business management and growth strategy
• Funding sources and basic financial planning for startups
• Legal and ethical considerations for entrepreneurs
• Pitching, communication and leadership for founding teams

Entry requirements

Admission follows the university's undergraduate entry standards. Applicants should meet general first-year admission criteria or transfer requirements for the business school, which commonly include academic transcripts and completion of required high school or college preparatory coursework. Prospective students benefit from demonstrating quantitative readiness and a record of initiative or relevant extracurricular involvement.

Career prospects

Graduates can found startups or join early-stage companies in roles such as founder, operations manager, product manager, business development or roles in innovation teams within larger organizations. The degree also supports careers in small-business consulting, venture support ecosystems (accelerators, incubators), and roles in finance or marketing where entrepreneurial skills are valued.

Scholarships & funding angle

Students should explore university-wide scholarships, business-school awards, and entrepreneurship-specific grants or pitch competitions that seed student ventures. Financial aid packages, work-study and external scholarships can help cover tuition; additionally, many entrepreneurship programs encourage applying to incubator funding, mentor networks, and community-based resources to support early-stage projects.