Entrepreneurship and Innovation
What can I do with a minor in entrepreneurship and innovation?
Do you dream of launching your own business, developing a new product, or turning a passion into a profession? Longwood’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation minor gives you the tools to think like an entrepreneur and act like a changemaker—no matter what your major is. Whether you're studying music, marketing, leadership, or science, this minor helps you connect your creativity with real-world business know-how.
You'll gain a strong foundation in business and marketing, develop your leadership and problem-solving skills, and get the chance to collaborate across disciplines. Best of all, you'll get hands-on experience in the SEED Innovation Hub—a collaborative, high-tech space designed to help students turn their ideas into reality.
What jobs or opportunities can this minor prepare me for?
Entrepreneurship isn't just about starting your own business—it's about bringing innovation to whatever career you pursue. This minor will prepare you for:
- Launching your own startup or side hustle
- Leading creative projects within a company
- Innovating in nonprofits, public service, or education
- Contributing to product development, marketing, or strategy teams
- Building a foundation for future graduate study in business or innovation-related fields
No matter your path, this minor gives you skills in communication, leadership, and creative problem-solving that are in high demand across industries.
What will I learn in the entrepreneurship and innovation minor?
This 18-credit minor combines core business knowledge with the freedom to explore electives that match your passions—whether that's music, design, leadership, or technology.
Core Courses (12 credits):
- Principles of Accounting
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Marketing
- Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurial Skills Elective (3 credits):
Choose from courses like:
- Web Programming
- Visual Problem Solving & Design
- Leadership and Service
- Project Management
- Marketing Research
- Internet Marketing
- Music Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship Application Elective (3 credits):
Choose from courses like:
- Innovation Prototype Accelerator
- Applied Entrepreneurial Leadership
- Entrepreneurship, Creativity, and Innovative Citizenship
This minor is housed in the College of Business and Economics, but it pulls in courses from across campus to give you a broad and flexible learning experience.
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