Do you see yourself starting a business. leading projects, or turning ideas into real opportunities? As an entrepreneurship major at Lasell, you'll gain the skills needed to start and grow your own business, contribute to a family business, work for innovative companies, or bring an entrepreneurial perspective to virtually any career path you choose.
Entrepreneurship is one of the fastest-growing careers. Through the entrepreneurship degree, you'll develop a broad set of transferable skills in critical thinking, calculated risk-taking, strategic management, and hands-on business experience.
The entrepreneurship major is accredited by Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) for student-driven research and excellence in teaching in the functional areas of business.
Hands-on learning: Every student completes at least one internship (many complete more) as well as engages in a Service Learning experience.
The School of Business provides students various opportunities to meet and network with industry professionals, including our annual School of Business Day. This all-day event is centered around Business education, networking opportunities, and career development.
Hear Why Professor McKinnon Loves Teaching Entrepreneurship at Lasell
Daniel Krieger '23 talks about why he chose the Entrepeneurship major
From your first day, you’ll take courses in your major and advance towards graduation with a yearly plan. Not sure what classes to take? We’ll help you create the perfect plan.
This example four-year plan is provided as a broad framework that you can follow in order to complete your degree within four years. Be sure to always consult your academic advisor before registering for classes.
This example four-year plan is provided as a broad framework that you can follow in order to complete your degree within four years. Be sure to always consult your academic advisor before registering for classes.
"My academic program combined entrepreneurship and fashion allowing me to pursue two of my career interests."
Entrepreneurship
“Lasell had a big impact on me, especially around collaboration and teamwork. Group projects, especially in marketing, gave me a real sense of a corporate teamwork environment.”
Business Management
“Each professor and mentor has found me opportunities, whether it was running social media accounts, an internship, or working with Lasell’s marketing team.”
Marketing
"I was able to get two degrees within 5 years and saved a significant amount of money."
Fashion Media and Marketing
For a complete list of courses and learning outcomes, view the Academic Catalog
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An entrepreneur is someone who identifies opportunities, takes initiatives, and builds solutions often by starting a business, launching a product, or creating a new service. Entrepreneurs combine creativity, problem-solving, and leadership abilities to transform ideas into real-world opportunities. While many entrepreneurs start their own companies, others apply entrepreneurial thinking within established organizations, nonprofits, and new industries.
Lasell's Entrepreneurship degree emphasizes hands-on learning and real-world experience. You'll have opportunities to apply classroom concepts through projects, internships, and experiential learning that mirror real business challenges. The program focuses on innovation, adaptability, and risk management, helping you develop the skills and mindset needed to succeed in today's evolving business landscape. With small class sizes and faculty support, you'll build confidence and develop professional skills.
With an entrepreneurship degree, you can start your own business, work for a startup, or bring innovative thinking to a larger company or nonprofit. Common career paths incude marketing, business development, management, and consulting. You'll be prepared for a wide range of roles and long-term career growth.
When choosing an entrepreneurhsip program, look for one that provides real-world experience while building a strong academic foundation. You'll want hands-on learning opportunities, supportive faculty, and a balanced curriculum that helps you develop both practical business skills, such as finance, strategy, and digital tools, and essential soft skills, including problem-solving, communication, creativity, and resilience.
DECA prepares emerging leaders for successful careers in industries including fashion, business, hospitality, and communications. Create programs and participate in regional and national DECA collegiate events and competitions.
Our partnerships provide students with valuable experiences outside the classroom including internships, on-campus speakers, and networking events.
The 7th annual School of Business Day featured keynote speaker, Senior Director and Head of Development at ESPN Kati Fernandez, and centered around a theme networking and collaboration.