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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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North Country Community College

19 Bank St, Peekskill, NY

Have you ever imagined what is like living and learning in a scenic park?  Studying in North Country Community College will give you that unique great experience.

Proud to be unofficially known as “The College of Essex & Franklin”, it was founded in 1967 with an aim to serve students in the area and in other regions to pursue their personal, professional and educational goals.

If you are interested in taking up Wilderness Recreation Leadership and Environmental Science degree programs, this is the perfect place to be. The College covers a 3,514 square miles service area with beautiful mountains and breathtaking lake.

Did you know that the 1932 and 1980 Olympics take place in Lake Placid? Students enrolled in Sports and Events Management are privileged to practice their learning in local venues.  And if you are into arts and will take up Studio Art, it’s a delight to be a part of its active arts community.

NCCC has received numerous awards over the years. It is the official college of the Olympics during the 1980 Winter Olympics. It ranked 22nd on the 2010 Washington Monthly’s published list of America’s 50 best community colleges and ranked 1st in New York state. NCCC is consistent in its ranking 50% above in every category they were evaluated. Washington Monthly commented NCCC outperform not only its fellow community colleges but also many elite 4-year universities.

Enrolling in its degree programs has residency requirements and corresponding tuition fees. An Essex/Franklin or New York state resident student tuition cost is $4,850 per year and a Non-resident student tuition cost is $10,700 per year.

As a student, you’ll receive a progressive and individualized education in the heart of the Adirondack Park in northern New York. NCCC has 3 campuses: Saranac Lake (Main) Campus, Malone Campus and Ticonderoga Campus. This is indeed a place and college like no other to live, learn and grow in a unique educational setting.

Students Enrolled in the Entrepreneurship Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. North Country Community College offers an associate's degree program in entrepreneurship.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male43
Female7

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
White5
Unknown44

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

Students who have completed the Entrepreneurship program at North Country Community College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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).

          Admission Requirements & Details

          The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the students North Country Community College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

          College Credits Accepted

          • Dual Credits
          • AP Course Credits
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          Academics & Student Services

          Student Services

          To help support students, North Country Community College may provide services to students like:

          • Online course work available
          • Remedial courses
          • Academic counseling for students
          • Employing students to lower education costs

          Intercollegiate Athletics

          North Country Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division III classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

          • Basketball
          • Lacrosse
          • Soccer
          • Volleyball