Entrepreneurship Degree

An entrepreneur is an individual possessing both the capacity and willingness to manage, develop, and organize resources of a business and all associated risks in order to generate a profit. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer entrepreneurship degrees.

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Broome Community College

250 Joralemon St, Brooklyn, NY

Broome Community College, located in Binghamton, New York, was founded in 1946 and is one of the many schools that comprise the State University System of New York. Over the years the school has become a comprehensive institution, offering residents in its service area a dedication to excellence through high quality instruction and education. The school is located in the Susquehanna River Valley, which provides a scenic and calming atmosphere that is conducive to the learning experience while providing easy access to urban, suburban and rural settings.

Academics

Broome Community College offers a large variety of educational and career training opportunities as part of its dedication to supporting the community it serves. Students choosing to pursue academic transfer will find that they must complete the first two years of a four year education followed by applying of a four year institution to continue their education. Students applying within the SUNY system will have an easier time transferring due to arrangements in place that guarantee admission if certain academic criteria are met. Transfer is possible to out of state or private institutions, but their admissions requirements will vary and it is advised they be researched well in advance.

Career training programs reflect the needs of the community through workforce development programs, and offer individuals an education in a variety of fields that are in demand. Each program has its own curriculum that provides training, study and development opportunities that occur both in traditional classroom settings, and if necessary, through facilities designed to simulate real world settings used for the development of practical experience. These programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or associate's degree which demonstrates dedication and competency.

Programs offered include:

• Communications
• General Education
• Nursing
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Paralegal Studies

Admissions and Financial Aid

As an open enrollment institution, and individual that wishes to enroll at Broome Community College may do so by meeting the minimum requirements for admission (18 years of age or older or having a high school diploma or equivalent), submitting a completed application and paying all accrued fees. Students should also supply previous transcripts and standardized test scores if available, and should be prepared to take a placement exam prior to registration. A visit with a counselor is also encouraged to discuss personal and academic goals, program enrollment and curriculum.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used by the school's financial aid department to determine need and aid program eligibility when compiling one's financial aid packet. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year. Students may be asked at random to provide additional finance and tax information which will be compared to the submitted information in order to verify it's accuracy.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Executives

Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 24
  • Average Hourly Rate: $68.11
  • Average Annual Salary: $141670
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 15
  • Average Hourly Rate: $81.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $170110

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, regulatory affairs managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.59
  • Average Annual Salary: $119790
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 7
  • Average Hourly Rate: $66.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $137340

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).