Master of Science in Entrepreneurship and Management

Develop the Skills to Launch - and the Confidence to Lead

If you’re driven to create, lead, and make an impact, a master's degree in Entrepreneurship and Management will help turn your ambition into action. This program combines experiential learning, real-world projects, and leadership development for aspiring entrepreneurs. Learn to identify opportunities, design business models, and manage resources and teams. Whether your goal is to launch a new venture, grow a family business, or innovate in a corporate or nonprofit setting, you will leave with the entrepreneurial mindset and skills to thrive. 

Develop the Skills to Launch - and the Confidence to Lead

Tuition*

$2785 Per credit

$27,562 Per term (10-12 credits) 

*See NYU Bursar site for more info.

# of Credits

30 credits

Study Options

Online | Onsite | Hybrid

Fall | Spring | Summer

Full-time | Part-time

Minimum Duration

9 months

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Why This Degree?

Learn from Successful Entrepreneurs and Industry experts. Gain real-world insights and practical skills from founders, executives, and innovators who share lessons from building and leading successful ventures.

Turn ideas into real, thriving ventures

Develop and launch a viable new business through hands-on projects, lean planning models, and expert feedback. Move your ideas from concept to reality with confidence and practical tools. 

Develop the mindset to navigate uncertainty

Build resilience, adaptability, and strategic thinking to manage risk and  make bold decisions in uncertain environments—core traits of successful entrepreneurs.

Stand out in a competitive job market

Entrepreneurial skills like leadership, innovation, and problem-solving help set you apart—whether starting your own venture or driving growth in an existing company.

Join NYC’s dynamic startup business scene

Tap into New York City’s thriving start-up and business ecosystem. Connect with startups, investors, and leaders while gaining hands-on experience in one of the world’s top innovation hubs.

Gain a global business perspective

Learn how to expand your business internationally, adapt to cultural differences, and succeed in diverse global markets with NYU’s global reach and opportunities to study abroad.

What You’ll Study

Leverage AI and technology

All students will learn how technology and artificial intelligence are transforming the entrepreneurial landscape so they can leverage these advancements for innovation and competitive advantage in their ventures.

Core Entrepreneurship Curriculum

Required courses build a strong foundation to launch and manage ventures through courses covering opportunity recognition, entrepreneurial finance, marketing strategy, innovation management, and leadership. Students develop the critical thinking, strategic planning, and operational skills needed to start, grow, or lead new and existing businesses in a competitive, evolving market.

Electives

Students select from multiple entrepreneurship, business and management courses in order to customize their learning to specific interests.These electives deepen expertise and provide practical tools for navigating specialized areas of entrepreneurship and innovation.

Optional Specializations

Students can earn a specialization in Social Entrepreneurship, Family Business, or Entrepreneurial Leadership by selecting specific elective courses.

Capstone

All students are required to take a dynamic 2-part capstone course series that synthesizes the learnings and ensures readiness for venture launch.

Internship

Students have the option to pursue an internship as an elective. 

Where This Degree Can Take You

From SPS, a wide range of career paths are open to graduating professionals.

Degree Earners Could Work in:
  • Own Ventures
  • Early Stage Companies
  • Family Businesses
  • Venture Capital
  • Private Equity
  • Investment Firms
  • Social Enterprises
  • Start-up Advisory Firms
  • Large Corporations
Degree Earners Could Work As
  • Start-up Founder or Co-Founder
  • Leader of an NGO or Non-Profit
  • Corporate Intrapreneur
  • Innovation or Strategy Consultant
  • Business Development Manager
  • Operations Manager

Admissions: Spring

Deadlines

APPLICATIONS OPEN

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

March 1

Round 1 – September 1

Round 1 – November 1

Round 2 – November 15 

Round 2 – December 1

March 1

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

Round 1 – September 1

Round 1 – November 1

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

Round 2 – November 15 

Round 2 – December 1

Summer

Deadlines

APPLICATIONS OPEN

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

August 1

Round 1 – October 1

Round 1 – December 15

Round 2 – January 15

Round 2 – March 15

August 1

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

Round 1 – October 1

Round 1 – December 15

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

Round 2 – January 15

Round 2 – March 15

Fall

Deadlines

APPLICATIONS OPEN

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

August 1

Round 1 – November 15

Round 1 – December 20

Round 2 – January 15

Round 2 – April 1

Round 3 – May 1

Round 3 – June 15

Round 4 – July 1

Round 4 – July 15

August 1

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

Round 1 – November 15

Round 1 – December 20

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

Round 2 – January 15

Round 2 – April 1

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

Round 3 – May 1

Round 3 – June 15

DEADLINES

DECISION RELEASE

Round 4 – July 1

Round 4 – July 15

Real World Experiences

Gain hands-on experience by tackling problems facing today's organizations, at home and abroad.
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Build and launch your own venture

Gain hands-on experience developing your own initiative. Test ideas, gather feedback, and refine your business model in a supportive, mentor-driven environment.

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Your classroom is the market

Engage with founders and executives through networking events and internships. Our on-campus environment offers state-of-the-art facilities and opportunities to collaborate. You'll gain exposure to real market dynamics and build the confidence to lead in any entrepreneurial setting.

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Where business meets the real world

NYU offers a wealth of resources for aspiring entrepreneurs. Collaborate with other entrepreneurs, pitch to potential investors and solve real business problems, preparing you to lead from day one.

LEARN MORE ABOUT ENTREPRENEURSHIP AT NYU
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Fail fast and iterate

Our experienced faculty and participating entrepreneurs encourage you to learn by doing, seek feedback and continuously improve your businesses.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can launch your own venture, grow a family business, lead innovation in a company, or work in roles like product management, business development, or consulting—this degree opens doors across industries and sectors.

Scholarships are available for those who qualify. The return on investment can be significant, especially for those looking to launch ventures or accelerate their careers.

Yes—if you’re driven to build, lead, or innovate. A master's offers focused, hands-on learning, mentorship, career support and access to resources that can dramatically increase your chances of entrepreneurial success or advancement in business.

An MS in Entrepreneurship and Management is more specialized and hands-on, designed for those who want to start or scale ventures. This degree focuses deeply on innovation, startup strategy, and leadership in dynamic environments. It is designed specifically to build entrepreneurial mindset through experiential learning while preparing to harness the latest AI and technology trends in service of your innovation. Also, at only 30 credits, it can be completed in one year, so you can get straight to building your business.

For this entrepreneurship program, you will need to submit academic transcripts, a resume describing your relevant skills and work experience, one letter of recommendation, an essay about the innovative idea, family business, or new venture you want to work on during your program, and a video essay.

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