Master of Science in Entrepreneurship (MSE)

Program Description

The Master of Science in Entrepreneurship (MSE) program focuses on equipping individuals with crucial business and entrepreneurial competencies required for conceiving, strategizing, initiating, and maintaining a new enterprise or innovation. This comprehensive program is tailored to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the complete startup journey, starting from validating and developing concepts to securing funding for their new venture and establishing a viable business. Beyond imparting skills for building a new business from scratch, the program is also suitable for established business professionals seeking to enhance their innovation capabilities within their current organization.

Nexford University selected the Master of Science in Entrepreneurship (MSE) degree for two primary reasons:

1. Prospective learners in Nexford’s markets indicate entrepreneurship as the top career goal. This program addresses that demand.

2. There has been a continuous upward trend in entrepreneurial activity worldwide, making entrepreneurial skills valuable for giving budding entrepreneurs an edge in this highly competitive field. This program is in keeping with Nexford’s approach of creating programs aligned with the future of work.

Program Outcomes

1. Develop leadership communication skills necessary to facilitate collaboration required to accomplish goals.

2. Formulate a competitive marketing strategy.

3. Explore strategies and models for launching and operating businesses.

4. Examine market dynamics to identify an innovative and competitive product.

5. Assess financing strategies and sources of venture capital.

6. Compile legal documents required for developing and maintaining a business using the NVCA templates.

7. Apply critical thinking skills to create strategic plans for launching a new venture.

8. Assess personal and professional resources and learning opportunities for staying current in industry best practices.

ENT6800 Entrepreneurship Capstone Outcomes

1. Identify the component requirements of a business plan.

2. Formulate a comprehensive business plan for a validated business idea utilizing the strategies and tools learned throughout the program.

3. Develop an investor pitch deck that effectively communicates the value proposition, market opportunity, business model, and financial projections of their business idea.

4. Demonstrate effective communication in a pitch to present and explain the business plan.

5. Assess feedback from faculty and peers on the strengths and weaknesses of the business plan and pitch presentation and make necessary revisions to enhance potential for success.

Program Structure

** Denotes courses that have prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for further details.

* A four-week, one-credit seminar course represents approximately 10 hours of work per week. The time is spent on several types of collaborative learning, including synchronous and asynchronous work. The synchronous sessions are a mix of large-group and small-group breakout sessions facilitated by the course instructor. Sessions include simulations, role plays, and inquiry-based conversations. The Synchronous work includes scripted feedback, personal and shared reflections, and individual assignments.

The late work submission policy does not apply to the Master of Science in Entrepreneurship (MSE) seminar courses.