Pace University

What you'll study

The programme combines core business fundamentals with applied entrepreneurship topics to develop practical skills for creating and running small businesses. Teaching is delivered through case work, project-based courses and experiential capstone projects that connect students to real ventures.

• New venture creation and business planning – ideation, opportunity assessment, lean startup methods and preparation of investor-ready business plans.
• Entrepreneurial finance – cash-flow forecasting, small-business finance, capital raising, valuation basics and managing growth capital.
• Marketing for small businesses – customer discovery, digital marketing, brand-building and customer-retention strategies tailored to limited budgets.
• Operations and supply-chain management – small-scale operations, vendor management, inventory and process optimisation.
• Legal and regulatory issues – entity selection, contracts, intellectual property basics and compliance matters affecting small firms.
• Family business and succession planning – governance, transition planning and managing multi-stakeholder enterprises.
• Technology and innovation management – commercialising ideas, working with technology partners and managing product development cycles.
• Capstone/practicum – an applied project with a real client or a venture launch practicum where students implement a business plan or growth initiative.

Entry requirements

Admission typically requires a recognised bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Applicants are assessed on academic records, professional experience and potential for entrepreneurial leadership. Typical application materials include:

• Official transcripts from prior degrees
• A current résumé or CV outlining work or entrepreneurial experience
• A personal statement or statement of purpose describing goals and relevant background
• One or two professional or academic references
• Proof of English language proficiency for applicants whose first language is not English (for example, TOEFL or IELTS scores) where required

Some applicants may be invited for an interview. Professional experience in startups, small businesses or relevant industries can strengthen an application; specific test-score requirements (such as the GMAT) vary and applicants should consult the admissions office for current policies.

Career prospects

Graduates pursue a range of roles in entrepreneurial and small-business contexts. Career paths commonly taken by alumni include:

• Founder or co-founder of a startup or small business
• Business development manager or director for SMEs
• Operations manager for growing enterprises
• Small-business consultant or advisor
• Product manager or innovation lead in early-stage companies
• Roles in accelerators, incubators or venture support organisations
• Family-business management and succession planning roles

The programme’s emphasis on applied projects and connections to the New York business community supports job-search efforts, venture launch preparedness and access to mentors, investors and co‑founders.

Why study at Pace University

Pace University offers practical, career-focused business education with strong ties to the New York metropolitan entrepreneurial ecosystem. The programme provides access to faculty with practitioner experience, experiential learning opportunities and mentorship from industry professionals. Small class sizes and flexible scheduling options make the degree suitable for both recent graduates and experienced professionals. Students benefit from Pace’s career services, internship channels and local business networks that help translate classroom learning into real-world ventures and roles.