Minor Director: Lauri Olivier, Ph.D., MBA
Office Location: 250H Drosdick Hall
Telephone: (610) 519-7373
Email: lauri.olivier@villanova.edu
About:
Villanova University offers a unique interdisciplinary 16-credit Engineering Entrepreneurship minor that aims to provide students across all majors and colleges with an entrepreneurial mindset and the skills needed for business venture success. The experiential minor is structured so that students work in teams to develop innovative products or services while learning educational content.
Open to students from all colleges, the mission of our undergraduate program in Engineering Entrepreneurship is to cultivate a diverse community of forward-thinking individuals ready to drive transformative change. We are committed to:
- Inspiring Creativity: Encouraging imaginative thinking and exploration in all learning experiences.
- Encouraging Collaboration: Promoting interdisciplinary teamwork to solve complex challenges.
- Innovating through Design: Applying design principles to develop effective solutions that address societal needs.
- Fostering Leadership: Empowering students to become ethical leaders who inspire others and drive positive change.
- Engaging with Industry: Building partnerships with industry leaders for real-world experiences and mentorship.
Requirements:
The academic year minor requires the successful completion of six courses (16 credits), five of which are required from within the Engineering Entrepreneurship program and one of which is an elective course. Three of the Engineering Entrepreneurship courses in the curriculum teach Innovation Fundamentals, while the two remaining required courses are specific to the chosen track, either Technology Ventures or Social Impact Entrepreneurship.
Students may alternatively opt not to complete the entire minor but rather only complete courses or sections relevant to their future career interests.