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 Montana colleges that offer entrepreneurship degrees.

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Flathead Valley Community College

Also known as MSU Billings

1500 University Drive, Billings, MT

About

Flathead Valley Community College, located in Kalispell, Montana, was established in 1967 to serve residents of the area. The school is one of three public two year institutions in the state not part of the University of Montana System or the Montana State University System. The school is dedicated to providing a quality education through experienced instructors rather than a mix of student teachers and professors. The school is a short drive away from two ski resorts and the famous Glacier National Park, allowing students access to some of natures wonders and participate in extracurricular sports.

Academics
Flathead Valley Community College offers a variety of programs designed to assist in academic transfer or career training. Academic transfer programs offer students the opportunity to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by transfer to a college or university in order to complete one's bachelor's degree. Career training programs provide the skills and education necessary to operate as a professional in the workforce. Students will learn to implement methods and techniques in real world settings over the course of one to two years, earning a certificate or degree upon completion.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• Medical Assistant
• Practical Nursing
• Graphic Design

Admissions and Financial Aid
Flathead Valley Community College is a public, two year, open enrollment institution that allows any individuals who meet the minimum requirements for admission to enroll by submitting a completed application and paying tuition. Students should provide transcripts and test scores and may be required to take a placement exam. Students are encouraged to participate in orientation and meet with a counselor prior to the start of their first semester.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and must be applied for prior to each academic year. Students in need of aid must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used by the school to determine the financial needs and awards for the student.

Students Enrolled in the Entrepreneurship Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Flathead Valley Community College offers a less than two-year award program in entrepreneurship.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

• Billings, MT
  • Total Employment: 910
  • Average Hourly Rate: $49.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $103180

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

• Billings, MT
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.25
  • Average Annual Salary: $85810

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