Full-Time MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation
One year of transformation
The full-time Clemson MBAe program is designed for individuals who want to launch a start-up, expand their entrepreneurial knowledge and leverage innovative thinking in the marketplace.
Full-time MBAe students move through all of the courses as a cohort, allowing them to form partnerships and learn from one another and their instructors as they create solid business strategies. Classes begin each June and finish the following May. Graduates leave the program with the foundation of their start-up firmly in place, and many have successfully launched their companies before graduation.
Program Structure
Students attend classes full-time for one year. Most classes will meet Monday-Thursday in person, with select courses offered virtually. The program begins with orientation in late June and culminates with the EnterPrize awards the following June. Students finish coursework and graduate at the end of the summer in August.
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View detailed Full-time MBAe curriculum
Summer Course Number and Title Credit Hours Course Description MBA 8990 Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship 3 Creativity and Innovation in entrepreneurship and business MBA 8490 Entrepreneurial Strategy 3 Case-based class focused on the application of strategic thinking and best practices in new ventures Fall Course Number and Title Credit Hours Course Description MBA 8810 Ethics and Leadership 1 Leadership and soft skills training MBA 8880 Entrepreneurial Internship 3 Required for all students. Practicing evidence-based entrepreneurship. MBA 8310 Communication and Sales 2 Elevator pitches, presentations and sales strategies MBA 8400 Entrepreneurial and Venture Management 2 Techniques, skills, problems and advanced concepts of entrepreneurship and venture management MBA 8430 Entrepreneurial Accounting 2 Basic accounting techniques and integrating accounting principles into everyday business activities MBA 8480 Marketing and Digital Strategy 3 Basic marketing principles and digital strategies, such as web optimization and social media MBA 8470 New Venture Creation 2 Project-based setup of a new venture, network building and creating a business plan Spring Course Number and Title Credit Hours Course Description MBA 8520 Social Entrepreneurship 1 Embracing sustainability and hybrid entrepreneurial principles MBA 8450 Management of Technology and Innovation 3 Strategies and best practices for technology and new product development MBA 8510 Operations and Logistics 1 Production, design, safety, environment and logistics MBA 8440 Entrepreneurial Law 1 Legal issues from setting up a new business to protecting intellectual property MBA 8720 Venture Finance 3 Basic financial concepts and entrepreneurial applications, including various forms of funding and raising capital MBA 8390 Negotiations 3 Developing negotiation strategy and skillsets Summer Course Number and Title Credit Hours Course Description MBA 8340 Business Plan Capstone 3 Finalize business plan and create elevator pitches for business leaders EnterPrize Awards Competition (part of requirements for MBA 8340) - Three-city pitch competition for prizes and exposure Graduation Information:
- MBA Tile Presentation Ceremony - Gala celebration held at Greenville ONE in May
- Official Clemson Graduation - Official presentation of the diploma, held in August
Additional information:
- Full-time, one-year program; summer start only.
- The majority of the classes are held in person at Greenville ONE, with some being delivered online.
- Classes and orientation begin in June.
- Limited seats available in each cohort.
International Internships
Full-time MBAe students have the opportunity to complete an 8-week international internship with a start-up organization over the summer. Internship placements are customized for individual learning and career objectives and include cultural activities, services and support for a seamless experience. Learn more about our International Internship program.
Timeline
Application deadline: April 15, 2026*
Program start date: June 2026
EnterPrize Awards: May 2027
Graduation: August 2027
| Round | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Round 1 - Priority Deadline | Nov. 15, 2025 |
| Round 2 | Feb. 1, 2026 |
| Round 3 - Final Deadline | April 15, 2026 |
*Rolling admissions for applications received past the final deadline will be considered based on program space availability.
*Admission will close early if we have filled all available seats.
Cost
The full-time Clemson MBAe Program is assessed as a Premier Graduate Program. Tuition for the 2025-2026 academic year is $12,542 per semester (fall and spring only) for in-state students and out-of-state students. Summer classes are assessed at $920 per credit hour for in-state students and $ 1,920 per credit hour for out-of-state students.*
*Tuition rates are subject to change for future academic years. Tuition rates above do not include fees due each semester. For more info on tuition and fees, please contact Student Financial Services.
Please visit the Graduate School's Tuition and Fees schedule and the Student Financial Services Tuition and Fee Calculator for detailed information.
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