Full-Time MBA in Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation
Build, Launch and Lead
Do you have a vision for a new venture or a passion for driving change within an established company? At Baylor, we believe entrepreneurs are the world’s problem-solvers. Our nationally ranked Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation concentration empowers you to turn great ideas into successful, high-growth ventures.
This isn’t just an academic program; it's a hands-on incubator for your ambition. You will learn to spot opportunities, secure resources, and build a business from the ground up. Join a vibrant community of innovators, mentors, and investors who will challenge and support you as you transform your career and bring your vision to life.
Why Study Entrepreneurship at Baylor?
Recognized as a top 16 graduate program by U.S. News & World Report, our concentration offers more than just classroom theory. We provide you with unparalleled opportunities to learn by doing. You’ll move from idea to execution, gaining the practical skills needed to launch, grow, and lead in any business environment.
#16 MBA Entrepreneurship, U.S. News 2025
Whether your goal is to start your own company or to drive corporate innovation from within, you will develop the strategic mindset to succeed. We focus on the complete entrepreneurial lifecycle, from recognizing a true investment opportunity to managing a successful exit.
Unique Learning Opportunities
New Venture Business Plan Competition: Have a game-changing business idea? Develop and pitch your plan for a chance to win significant prize money and receive direct feedback from distinguished investors who can help bring your venture to life.
Baylor Angel Network (BAN): Connect with a network of early-stage investors actively seeking to fund entrepreneurs with developed business plans. BAN provides a direct bridge between promising ideas and the capital needed to make them a reality.
Innovative Business Accelerator (IBA): Engage with our ecosystem designed to support both startups and existing businesses. Through the Baylor Research and Innovation Collaborative (BRIC), you’ll have access to resources that fuel growth and discovery.
A Curriculum Designed for Impact
Full-Time MBA in Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation
To earn your Baylor MBA, you must complete 53 credit hours.
Areas of Study
Tailor your focus to match your entrepreneurial passion.
New Venture Creation: Learn how to transform an idea into a successful innovation with high growth potential.
Corporate Entrepreneurship: Discover how to drive value and keep innovation on track within existing corporations.
Core MBA
| BUS 5401 | Business Frameworks* |
| ACC 5300 | Accounting: Tools for Management Decision Making |
| BUS 5111 | Professional Career Development I |
| BUS 5390 | Management Communication |
| MGT 5325 | International Management |
| QBA 5330 | Business Analytics for Decision Making1 |
| BUS 5050 | Grad Business Colloquium |
| BUS 5112 | Professional Career Development II |
| BUS 5v95 | MBA Internship** |
| BUS 5101 | Focus Firm I |
| ECO 5340 | Economic Tools for Management Decision Making |
| FIN 5360 | Corporate Finance |
| MGT 5310 | Organizational Behavior |
| MGT 5320 | Manufacturing and Service Operations |
| BUS 5385 | Strategic Management |
| MKT 5310 | Marketing Strategy |
| MIS 53XX | MSIS Flex – Select one course from four options: MIS 5342, MIS 5345, MIS 5355, ISEC 5305 |
*Taken during the first summer semester entering the program
** Required for all students with less than 2 years of work experience. Students with over 2 years of work experience may choose an elective in lieu of an internship.
Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation Concentration
Concentration - Required Courses
| ENT 5322 | Accelerated Ventures Leadership |
| ENT 5329 | Entrepreneurial Finance |
| ENT 5342 | Initiating and Sustaining Innovation |
Concentration - Elective Courses (Choose 1)
| ENT 5341 | Technology Entrepreneurship |
| MGT 5331 | Project management |
* 5v98 courses with prior approval
FULL-TIME MBA ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEGREE PLAN
Your Career as an Innovator Starts Here
An MBA in Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation from a top-ranked program prepares you for a dynamic career as a founder, a corporate innovator, a venture capitalist, or a leader in a fast-growing company. With dedicated career support from day one, you will have the resources, network, and experience to achieve your professional aspirations.
Full-Time MBA Career Development
Ready to Build Your Future?
Your journey to becoming a visionary leader and entrepreneur begins now. Experience the Baylor difference, where faith-centered learning and academic excellence empower you to make an impact.
