Entrepreneurial Studies Preparing for a Professional Creative Life Creative practitioners are needed more than ever to tackle complex projects and issues in society. An ever-changing world calls for adaptable, creative thinkers and innovators who know how to collaborate, problem-solve, and put plans into action. In the Entrepreneurial Studies program, students gain hands-on experience connecting their creative practice –or practices–within social, environmental, and professional contexts. As MCAD's only Bachelor of Science degree, and the region's only art-and-design college with this type of program, this major offers a unique opportunity to apply creativity, strategy, and innovation to client- or community-based projects. Hear about the student experience As an Entrepreneurial Studies major, you will: Combine your creative practice(s) with marketable skills like ideation, project management, writing, presenting, and creative leadership. Develop creative and critical skills to work independently and collaboratively. Experience working with external clients on local and global projects, gaining intercultural insights while developing a professional network and portfolio. Discover and apply the tools and methods to balance the needs of people, planet and profit, using systems thinking, design thinking, and human-centered design. Gain the skills and experience to start your own creative venture or work as a creative professional in the nonprofit or private sector. Tell me more about Entrepreneurial Studies at MCAD Email CAPTCHA This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions. Class Highlights This Bachelor of Science program emphasizes a collaborative process of working on teams with students from all MCAD majors. Required classes include: Innovation and Progress Creating and Running a Business Futures for Society and Individuals Aesthetics of Sustainability Client Studio Degree Information After MCAD There are many paths to explore with a degree in Entrepreneurial Studies. Potential careers include: Entrepreneur/Creative Business Owner Creative Director Strategist Account Executive Project Manager User Experience (UX) Specialist Additional Careers See what students in the major are making Previous Slide Image Riley Willison Image Vernon Vanderwood Image Vernon Vanderwood Image Maddie Roy Image Maddie Roy Image Jordan Ponce Zuniga Image Jordan Ponce Zuniga Image Collette Johnson Image Collette Johnson Image Collette Johnson Next Slide “I've always had passion for the arts, but knew that I would be a better fit on the business side. Through the Bachelor of Science program, I got to explore my creative side and learned how to use it strategically as well.” –Tracy Yang ’18, Production Designer at KNOCK inc. Image Alumni Profile Janie Arguedas BS in Entrepreneurial Studies Image Faculty Profile Jasmine RuKim