Entrepreneurs want to forge their own way in the world, be their own bosses and create
companies that are doing things no one else is. Students take entrepreneurship courses
to learn how to start ventures, business courses to compete effectively for all types
of jobs and minor courses to build entrepreneurship upon personal passion. This three-dimensional
approach teaches students how to grow in the image of God as they learn to live their
purpose as an innovative solver of our world’s challenges.
CBU’s entrepreneurship degree is ideal for the entrepreneurially minded young adult
wanting to prepare for the business world in a faith-friendly environment. All professors
have entrepreneurial experience, and students collaborate with professors on new business
ideas. Students also have the opportunity to compete in an in-house business plan
competition. Riverside is one of the top cities in the USA for new business startups,
and practicing entrepreneurs visit regularly to speak in classes.
Entrepreneurial Behavior and Leadership
ENT 462
An examination of theory and practice regarding behavior and leadership in organizations
that leads to excellent job performance with particular focus on entrepreneurs, entrepreneurial
leaders, and job performance in entrepreneurial organizations.
Opportunity and the Lean Startup
ENT 442
Students learn to recognize the difference between ideas and opportunities for the
purpose of evaluating the likely commercial success of business concepts and ideas,
using Lean Startup theory and experiments.
Social Entrepreneurship
ENT 362
This course defines and explores the growing practice of social entrepreneurship and
its impact here in the United States and around the world.
1.1 Identify and describe key theories and practices in the areas of accounting, finance,
marketing, management, economics, and business law. 1.2 Apply knowledge and principles to business scenarios in the areas of accounting,
finance, marketing, management, and economics. 2.1 Use critical thinking to identify issues, collect and examine information, evaluate
evidence, and draw conclusions. 2.2 Use creative thinking to synthesize ideas and expertise, and take appropriate
risk in developing innovative approaches to address business problems. 2.3 Integrate knowledge and values from various disciplines and transfer skills to
the workplace.
Take the next step toward living your purpose
As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational
experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and
fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do
more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training
and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.
Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and
knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and
all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.
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Career Opportunities
Entrepreneur
CEO
Founder
Business Executive
Nonprofit Manager
Family Business Leader
Business Development Officer
Retail Manager
Business Analyst
Account Executive
Project Manager
*Some career opportunities may require further education
45–66
Units
2
Concentrations
2015
Year the Program Began
Student Testimonials
"I hope to own my own business, and this program is building my confidence in the business
world. It offers a lot of opportunities and the professors are very flexible and available." Andrew Whatley, 2020
"I've always dreamed of having my own makeup company and I hope to one day start a
nonprofit organization that gives back to immigrants. I have had amazing professors
who have done an amazing job in incorporating the Bible and God's teachings in their
courses." Citlaly Zamora, 2021
"I chose this major because I'm interested in leading a business. I like how experienced
the professors are; they're knowledgeable and helpful. I hope to gain a foot in the
corporate world and be able to gain a managerial position." Noah Buchanan, 2019
"I hope to furnish my name into my own revolutionary company and be known for my personal
innovation. The professors are all kind beyond belief and your success has a top priority
as they teach. They help you grow rather than just expanding your knowledge on a subject." Jacob Cooper, 2020
"I plan on starting my own clothing company and am constantly learning about how to
run a business. This program is very informative and fun to learn, and the professors
are all super interesting." Chandler Hancock, 2020
Meet Some of Our Faculty
Nolan Gouveia
Lecturer, Lead Faculty
My passion is entrepreneurship and mentoring students as they pursue their goals in
the business world. I have started and scaled five businesses so far and have helped
others to start a total of over 100 ventures in the past four years. At CBU, I am
the lead faculty in the entrepreneurship program and I run the Business Incubator
on campus which aims to help students actually launch their venture by the time they
graduate!
My start in entrepreneurship came when I founded a bank. I helped customers start
a variety of their own businesses, bringing enhanced prosperity for their families
and the community. I decided to move into teaching because I loved showing others
how to do business and grow in the Lord.
My passion is entrepreneurship and mentoring students as they pursue their goals in
the business world. I have started and scaled five businesses so far and have helped
others to start a total of over 100 ventures in the past four years. At CBU, I am
the lead faculty in the entrepreneurship program and I run the Business Incubator
on campus which aims to help students actually launch their venture by the time they
graduate!
My start in entrepreneurship came when I founded a bank. I helped customers start
a variety of their own businesses, bringing enhanced prosperity for their families
and the community. I decided to move into teaching because I loved showing others
how to do business and grow in the Lord.
