Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship Online
This online degree program is designed for the self-motivated, independent thinker. In this degree program, you will learn the skills you need to start your own business or lead an existing organization to greater levels of success. AACSB accredited, the business school has an impressive network of accomplished alumni whose ongoing support is a valuable asset.
Program Overview
Gain insights into our online Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship program
The Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship online degree program from Lamar University provides essential foundational business skills in accounting, finance, management and analysis. You will also build solid communication skills and learn strategies for developing your ideas into valuable products, services and business models. Coursework also includes training in critical areas of business technology including data analysis and SAP.
You will gain a broad range of computer and data analysis skills including highly sought-after SAP training. In this online entrepreneurship program, you will graduate with a solid understanding of economics, finance, marketing and management principles, along with critical communication skills that will set you apart from other business majors in the job market.
In this program, you will learn:
- Essential foundational business skills in accounting, finance, management, marketing and analysis
- Training in critical areas of business technology, including data analysis and SAP
- Solid communication skills to develop your ideas into valuable products, services and business models
- Essential foundational business skills in accounting, finance, management, marketing and analysis
- Training in critical areas of business technology, including data analysis and SAP
- Solid communication skills to develop your ideas into valuable products, services and business models
Career outcomes for the Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship program include:
- Business Owner and Developer
- Chief Innovation Officer
- Director of Development
- Strategic Sales Manager
- Business Consultant
- Business Owner and Developer
- Chief Innovation Officer
- Director of Development
- Strategic Sales Manager
- Business Consultant
Also available:
Lamar University offers a variety of specialized bachelor’s program options. Check out our other online undergraduate programs.
*Price includes distance learning fee.
Accreditation
The Lamar University College of Business offers you access to a powerful business school alumni network and a business education backed by AACSB International accreditation – the gold standard of quality in business education worldwide.
Tuition
Learn more about our affordable tuition
The following is the tuition breakdown for students pursuing the Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship online. Our tuition is affordable and can be paid by the course.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course |
|---|---|---|
| BBA - Entrepreneurship | $314 | $942 |
*University fees are included in the tuition listed. University fees are able to be covered by Financial Aid if you choose to apply and are qualified.
Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice due to action by the Board of Regents or the Texas State Legislature.
Total program cost depends upon transfer hours and program advisement relevant to program requirements. For more information, contact a Lamar University enrollment specialist.
Financial Aid
Ready to get started on your degree program online but need help finding ways to fund your education? We can help you discover student financing sources that include grants, loans and other payment options. Learn more about financial aid here.
Why We Give You a Degree You Can Brag About
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Calendar
Important dates for our students
Our online BBA in Entrepreneurship features multiple start dates to accommodate your busy schedule. Find the start date that works best for you and apply before the application deadline associated with it.
| 8 week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring II | 3/19/26 | 2/23/26 | 3/2/26 | 3/10/26 | 5/6/26 |
| Fall 1 | 8/18/26 | 7/28/26 | 8/4/26 | 8/11/26 | 10/9/26 |
| Fall 2 | 10/12/26 | 9/21/26 | 9/28/26 | 10/6/26 | 12/10/26 |
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Admissions
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The Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship online program has specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
Admission Requirements:
- Online Application
- Official Transcripts
University Admission Requirements
All applicants must complete an application packet, consisting of:
- Complete online application and pay an application fee of $25.
- Submit official transcripts from all high schools, colleges, and universities you have attended.
- All transcripts are required regardless of accreditation. Only regionally accredited institutions will be eligible for transfer credit.
- Verify specific requirements associated with chosen degree program.
High school graduates who have not attended college before are considered entering freshmen – even if they received college credit while in high school through dual credit, AP or IB programs. Transfer students with fewer than 18 hours of college credit also must meet admission requirements for entering freshmen.
Incoming freshmen must do the following to qualify for unconditional admission to Lamar University:
- Receive a diploma from an accredited high school
- Complete at least 14 high school credits in college preparatory courses: 4 credits in English, 3 credits in mathematics, 2 credits in laboratory sciences, 2.5 credits in social sciences (U.S. history, U.S. government, and world history or world geography) and 2.5 credits in college preparatory electives (preferably including 2 credits of foreign language)
- Meet the test-optional admission criteria, or achieve a minimum composite score on the ACT or SAT through the secondary review criteria. (Click here for criteria)
- Submit your high school transcripts via Trex, Speedy, Escript or as a PDF from your high school counselor to lubound@lamar.edu.
Students transferring from other Lamar University programs into a College of Business program must have a minimum overall 2.0 grade point average (GPA) and, if applicable, a minimum 2.0 GPA in business courses.
Students transferring from other colleges or universities into a College of Business program must:
- Have an official copy of all college and/or university transcripts on file by application deadline.
- Be eligible to re-enter all colleges and/or universities previously attended.
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale for all work attempted.
- Students who transfer fewer than 18 hours must also submit and meet the entrance credentials and requirements of a first-time college student
Send all required documents to:
Lamar University Online Admissions
PO Box 10017
Beaumont, TX 77710
OR
Submit electronically to luadmtran@lamar.edu
All applicants must submit official, sealed transcripts from each institution attended to the Admissions Office. All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution. Send transcripts to: Lamar University Online Admissions, P.O. Box 10017, Beaumont, Texas 77710
Check to see if the program is offered to residents in your state before applying by clicking here.
Courses
Read about our online entrepreneurship courses
Students registering in courses for the online Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship degree program must meet all course prerequisites, including the implicit prerequisite indicated by the course level. The chair of the department offering the course must approve any exceptions. To enroll in 3000 and 4000 level courses, you must have completed 60 hours of coursework.
By the end of the semester, students will have:
- Developed an understanding of the basic terminology used in the field of finance
- Examined some of the major issues confronting financial managers of business firms
- Applied practical analytical procedures that are used to address the major issues confronting the financial manager
- Examined some of the special problems faced by financial managers operating in a global environment and how these problems may be resolved
- Applied problem-solving skills through the application of theories and concepts to math and word problems on various finance topics
- Described the importance of the finance functional area to the overall success of the firm
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:
- Describe how changes in businesses’ competitive landscape influence changing IS infrastructure
need - Discuss cloud computing and other current trends that can help an organization address IS
infrastructure-related challenges - Explain organizations’ needs for communication and collaboration
- Categorize the primary information systems components that enable open innovation
- Explain what intellectual property issues arise from engaging in open innovation
- Discuss how information systems can be used for automation, organizational learning and strategic
advantage - Identify the role of information systems and strategy in identifying a business model
- Utilize spreadsheet software to produce business documents
- Describe what enterprise systems are and how they have evolved
- Utilize the keys to successfully implement enterprise systems
By the end of this course, students will have:
- Obtained an in-depth understanding of key management theories regarding motivation, leadership, communication, decision-making and personality
- Participated in related exercises and group discussions that teach team building, appreciation of diversity and professionalism
- Studied conflict management, stress management, counseling, appraising, motivating, rewarding and leading personnel
- Recognized current concerns for management in a global economy
- Participated in critical thinking exercises and simulations to understand current management concerns for making ethical decisions
- Developed an understanding of the environmental constraints that influence organizational decision-making, including the legal, social, political and competitive aspects of organizational strategy 21
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:
- Discuss the value of marketing, planning and the environmental context in which firms operate
- Analyze the customers through learning their behaviors and conducting research to best determine the appropriate products to offer to whom and how
- Construct an appropriate marketing mix to meet the needs of the consumer
- Appraise how to respond to and maintain an ongoing relationship with customers while maintaining responsible business practices
Students will be able to:
- Address the most common challenges in human resources
- Utilize best practices for recruitment and hiring
- Understand important concepts around diversity and inclusion and be able to apply techniques to engage in difficult conversations to address diversity and inclusion challenges in the workforce
- Apply knowledge of data evaluation to support human resources decisions and activities
- Develop performance management plans and employee engagement processes to benefit employees and business outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:
- Explain entrepreneurship and discuss its importance
- Discuss reasons people decide to become entrepreneurs
- Identify characteristics of successful entrepreneurs
- Discuss the changing demographics of entrepreneurs in the United States
- Discuss the impact of entrepreneurial firms on economies and societies
- Explain the entrepreneurial process
- Describe the approaches entrepreneurs use to identify opportunities and environmental trends that are most instrumental in creating business opportunities
Communication - 6 Hours
Mathematics - 3 Hours
Life and Physical Sciences - 6 Hours
Language, Philosophy and Culture - 3 Hours
Creative Arts - 3 Hours
American History - 6 Hours
Government/Political Science - 6 Hours
Social/Behavioral Sciences - 3 Hours
Component Area Options - 6 Hours
Business Electives:
6 Hours, College of Business, 3000-4000 Level
Outside Electives:
15 Hours, Non-College of Business
