Entrepreneurial Studies Minor

Program Coordinator/Contact
Jason Zimmerman, Assistant Department Head
Department of Economics
Scobey Hall 142
605-688-4845
E-mail: jason.zimmerman@sdstate.edu
www.sdstate.edu/econ
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Program Information
Students selecting any academic major will have the opportunity to increase their knowledge of the skills needed to start, own, and/or operate a business, become a community leader, transfer technology to a merchandisable product, and assist others in entrepreneurial efforts. This minor is designed to give all students the opportunity to earn a better living and to contribute to society via their chosen field (major) by becoming an entrepreneur.

Academic Requirements
A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required for the courses in the minor.

Student Learning Outcomes
Entrepreneurial Studies graduates will be able to demonstrate:

• the fundamental knowledge, skills, and experience to think entrepreneurially
• leadership by adopting an innovative and creative thought processes
• research, analysis, and presentation skills
• the capacity to evaluate ethical matters within the context of the discipline.

Course Delivery Format
The program offers courses on campus, with limited online coursework, usually during the summer.