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 North Carolina colleges that offer entrepreneurship degrees.

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Gardner – Webb University

2100 Silas Creek Pky, Winston-Salem, NC

Gardner - Webb University is a nonprofit private institution located in Boiling Springs, NC and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The school maintains a Southern Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Gardner - Webb University is nearly four thousand yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Social Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students admitted to GWU have an SAT score within the range of 1285 - 1665, or an ACT score within the range of 18 - 24. This school admits around 60% of applicants annually. Of those accepted, about 17% of students registered for enrollment.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $26,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $4,300. Some students at Gardner - Webb University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The GWU "Runnin' Bulldogs" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students who wish to learn more about Gardner - Webb University can visit their website at http://www.gardner-webb.edu.

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

• Winston-Salem, NC
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $58.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $122200

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

• Winston-Salem, NC
  • Total Employment: 600
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.82
  • Average Annual Salary: $116100

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