The Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Management (BSEM) is a four-year degree program designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the process of developing a business, running a business, and legal and ethical issues of business ownership. The program trains students in the conceptualization, planning, and formulation of a business, as well as teaching important aspects of business operations such as budgeting and financial forecasting, accounting, strategic marketing, and human resource management. The course also trains students to use computer applications , bookkeeping software, and methods for incorporating technology into a business.
Recommended Senior High School Strand
Students who want to pursue a degree in BS in Entrepreneurial Management are encouraged to take the Accountancy, Business and Management strand. This strand provides the basic concepts of business and financial management, and corporate operations that will be helpful for college.
Subjects and Curriculum
- Principles of Management
- Fundamentals of Accounting
- Business Communication
- Mathematics of Investment
- Business Statistics
- Principles of Marketing and New Marketing Development
- Franchising and Strategy Formulation
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship/Project Identification
- Global & International Trade
- Entrepreneurial Mentoring
- Entrepreneurial Project Management
- Strategic Management
- Business Operations
Admission Requirements
Qualifications
- The student must be a high school graduate.
However, if they were not able to graduate high school, they may opt to take the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and pass the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) to qualify for college; the availability of courses for PEPT passers depend on the university.
- The students must pass the College Admissions Test of the university.
Basic Requirements
- Form 138 - High School Report Card (Original and Photocopy)
- Recommendation letter from High school principal and guidance counselor
- Most recent medical and dental health record
- Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate
- Certificate of Good moral character
- Copy of honorable dismissal
- Copy of high school diploma
- (1) Latest 2”x2” ID Picture
Program Outcome
Graduates of BS in Entrepreneurial Management are expected to be able to:
- Determine the level of entrepreneurial competencies
- Analyze and tell potential business opportunities and develop its profitability
- Prepare a detailed business plan
- Comply with required procedures for business operations
- Apply entrepreneurial management at all times
On-The-Job Training/Internship
During the fourth year of the program, students are required to attend an On the Job Training (OJT) in various corporate and business companies.
Students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. Usually, universities require them to submit a written report on their tasks, learning experiences, and hours rendered. Their work performance will also be evaluated by their immediate managers and will be submitted to their respective OJT coordinator. The number of hours required may differ in each university.
Board Exam
The BS in Entrepreneurial Management program does not have a board examination. However, graduates may opt to take the Civil Service Examination (CSE) conducted by the Philippine Civil Service Commission (PCSC) to qualify in working in government offices. Some graduates opt to take a Master’s degree followed by a Doctorate degree to gain expertise in the industry.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of BS in Entrepreneurial Management may pursue a career path in various corporate and business companies. They may apply as a management trainee, sales representative, marketing staff, computer systems specialist, financial advisor, and a business reporter.
