Course at a glance
| Degree awarded | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Entrepreneurship |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 years, then NYSC |
| Faculty / college | Faculty of Management / Administrative Sciences |
| Professional body / certification | Business/management institutes; practical enterprise focus |
| UTME subjects | Use of English plus three relevant Arts/Social-Science subjects (commonly Economics, Government or Commerce) |
| Competitiveness | Moderately competitive |
On this page
- What Entrepreneurship is about
- A brief history of the discipline
- What you will study
- Why study Entrepreneurship & who it suits
- Careers & where graduates work
- Salary outlook in Nigeria
- Where it’s offered
- Is it a good course?
- Skills you’ll gain
- Licensing, professional bodies & further study
- How to get in (UTME requirements)
- Practise the UTME subjects free
- Related & alternative courses
- Frequently asked questions
What Entrepreneurship is about
Entrepreneurship is the study and practice of creating, financing and running new ventures — turning ideas and opportunities into viable businesses, and building the skills to manage and grow them.
A brief history of the discipline
As economies increasingly rely on small businesses and innovation, entrepreneurship has become a formal field of study aimed at producing job creators, not just job seekers.
What you will study
You study business planning, accounting and finance for small business, marketing, innovation and creativity, small-business management and entrepreneurship theory — usually with practical enterprise projects and an attachment.
Why study Entrepreneurship & who it suits
It suits creative, self-driven, resilient students who want to build things and are comfortable with risk.
Careers & where graduates work
Graduates start and run their own businesses, work in business development and SME management, join startups, or move into consulting and family businesses — the degree is built around self-employment and value creation.
Salary outlook in Nigeria
Entrepreneurship earnings vary enormously — employed roles pay like other business jobs, while a successful business you build has no fixed ceiling.
| Career stage | Typical monthly pay (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Employed (business dev / SME roles) | ₦100,000 – ₦350,000 |
| Established / manager | ₦350,000 – ₦800,000 |
| Successful business owner | highly variable — can far exceed the above |
Figures are rough approximations (monthly gross) as of 2026, drawn from Nigerian salary aggregators. Actual pay varies widely by sector (oil & gas, fintech and multinationals pay far above the public service), employer, location (Lagos and Abuja pay more) and experience — treat these as a guide, not a guarantee.
Where it’s offered: notable universities
Entrepreneurship is offered by a growing number of Nigerian universities, and availability is expanding each year. Confirm which institutions currently offer it (and their requirements) in the official JAMB brochure.
This is not a ranked or exhaustive list — always confirm the current institutions and their requirements in the official JAMB brochure, or use our subject combination checker and the Entrepreneurship admission guide.
Is Entrepreneurship a good course to study in Nigeria?
Entrepreneurship is a practical, skills-based degree built around creating and running businesses — with uncapped earning potential for successful founders.
Why it’s a strong choice:
- Builds real business skills — finance, marketing and management.
- Supports self-employment and job creation.
- Versatile across any sector.
- Uncapped upside for successful founders.
Challenges to weigh:
- Business income is uncertain and variable.
- Success is not guaranteed.
- Employed roles pay like other business jobs.
- It needs resilience and, often, capital.
It suits creative, self-driven, risk-tolerant builders.
Skills you’ll gain
Beyond subject knowledge, Entrepreneurship builds transferable skills valued across many careers:
- Business planning
- Finance and marketing basics
- Opportunity spotting
- Management
- Resilience and decision-making
- Problem-solving
Licensing, professional bodies & further study
B.Sc Entrepreneurship (4 years, with practical enterprise work) → NYSC → founding or growing a business, or business-development roles.
How to get in: Entrepreneurship UTME requirements
The JAMB UTME combination for Entrepreneurship is Use of English plus three relevant Arts/Social-Science subjects (commonly Economics, Government or Commerce). You also need five relevant O’Level credits including English Language.
Confirm the exact requirement for your university, and aim well above the national minimum.
Practise the UTME subjects free
Prepare with free official-syllabus notes and timed CBT practice for your UTME subjects:
- Use of English — practise CBT
- Economics — practise CBT
- Commerce — practise CBT
- Government — practise CBT
Related guides
- How to choose the right course for JAMB
- Good courses you can study with a low JAMB score
- Understanding the JAMB brochure & subject combinations
- How to use the JAMB eligibility checker
- How to change your course or institution on JAMB
Related & alternative courses
If you like Entrepreneurship, you may also want to explore these related courses:
Frequently asked questions
How long is Entrepreneurship in Nigeria?
The B.Sc typically takes 4 years, followed by the one-year NYSC.
What are the JAMB subjects for Entrepreneurship?
Use of English plus three relevant Arts or Social-Science subjects (such as Economics, Government or Commerce).
Can Entrepreneurship be taught?
The mindset varies, but the practical skills — planning, finance, marketing, managing and growing a business — can absolutely be taught and practised, which is what this degree does.
What can I do with an Entrepreneurship degree?
Start and run your own business, work in business development or SME management, join a startup, or move into consulting.
Is Entrepreneurship a good course to study in Nigeria?
Yes for aspiring business owners — it builds practical skills to start and grow a business, with uncapped upside, though income is uncertain early on.
Can entrepreneurship be taught?
The mindset varies, but the practical skills — planning, finance, marketing and management — can absolutely be taught and practised, which is what this degree does.
What can I do with an Entrepreneurship degree?
Start and run a business, work in business development or SME management, join a startup, or move into consulting.
Do I need a degree to start a business?
No — but the degree gives you the skills, network and confidence to build and grow one more successfully.
Sources: Course content and professional pathways summarised from Nigerian faculties of management sciences and the relevant professional institutes; admission requirements from the official JAMB UTME brochure. Last checked: 22 Sept 2026. Belmadeng is an independent study platform and is not affiliated with JAMB, the NUC or any professional body. Programme structure, duration and requirements vary by university — always confirm details with your chosen institution and the official JAMB brochure.