Entrepreneurship and innovation programs

Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a forward-thinking professional or someone curious about Detroit's vibrant startup scene, the Mike Ilitch School of Business entrepreneurship and innovation programs prepare you to succeed. Choose from a wide array of courses to earn an undergraduate certificate or M.B.A. in entrepreneurship and innovation. 

At the Ilitch School, we provide a variety of educational opportunities. The Belinsky Entrepreneurship Learning Laboratory (BELL) is an exclusive resource that offers fellowship opportunities, immersive workshops, engaging speakers, and other various avenues for professional and personal growth. Our skill-building curriculum and dedicated faculty equip you to embark on your entrepreneurial journey.

Explore our offerings, and let us help you reach your potential as an entrepreneur and innovator. 

Entrepreneurship and innovation degrees and programs

Entrepreneurship and innovation minor

Earn a minor in entrepreneurship and innovation to gain specialized knowledge, skills and experience to develop and launch startup ventures or social impact ventures when you complete five courses. 

M.B.A entrepreneurship and innovation concentration

Complete three M.B.A. entrepreneurship and innovation courses and advance your skills in business innovation, commercialization and management.

The skills I learned in the E&I program made it easy for me to explain my ‘why’ and understand the process of building a company from the ground up.

2011 and 2018 Ilitch School graduate, Jesse Taylor, smiles in a blue suit jacket for an indoor headshot
Jesse Taylor
B.S. ‘11, M.B.A. ‘18
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Browse our courses, meet our faculty, and explore involvement opportunities within Ilitch School’s entrepreneurship and innovation programs.

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Request information or apply to Wayne State’s entrepreneurship and innovation programs to learn essential skills for starting your own business.

Contact entrepreneurship & innovation

Kevin Ketels