Galloway, N.J. — Stockton University continues to adapt to an ever-changing business world by announcing two new degree programs starting with the spring 2025 semester — a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship and a Master of Science in Accounting.

The new programs highlight how the university’s School of Business embraces emerging industries and prepares students for future career opportunities as they join two other recent undergraduate offerings in Bachelors of Science in Hemp and Cannabis Business Management and Esports Management. Entrepreneurship will also be available as a new minor to students.

“The Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship will allow students to focus on business development, startups and innovation," said Warren Kleinsmith, dean of the School of Business. “While the Master of Science in Accounting offers flexibility and real-world experience to students looking to further their education.”

The Entrepreneurship program’s comprehensive curriculum covers essential topics such as commercialization, business planning, marketing strategies, global entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership. Students will engage in real-world projects that allow them to apply classroom knowledge to practical situations. 

“To have a job is good; to create jobs changes the community,” said Assistant Professor of Business Management Monica Amadio, who’s also the chair of the Entrepreneurship Task Force. “Entrepreneurship drives economic growth and fosters innovation. The minor will also benefit students in other programs at Stockton who want to be business owners or have an entrepreneurial mindset.” 

Assistant Professor of Business Studies Christy Goodnight said the program is a deep dive into how to create and run a business and discusses the best ways to problem-solve.

“If they have not started a business while in our program, they will walk away with all the tools to do so when they graduate,” Goodnight said.  

In addition to the major and the minor, a new student-led Entrepreneurship Club launched this fall at Stockton, and it will hold its first business pitch competition on campus on Nov. 8.

The new Master of Science in Accounting degree is the third graduate-level program offered by the School of Business. Stockton also offers a Master of Arts in Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Healthcare Administration and Leadership.

Stockton’s new Accounting program is distinctive from other area institutions for many reasons, including a professional work experience and internship requirement, an alignment with the CPA licensure, two concentrations in forensic accounting and business analytics, and accreditation through the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, said Carla Cabarle, associate professor of Accounting and the chair of the program.

“The Accounting Program’s mission is to launch students’ careers through active learning and professional networks and to produce profession-ready graduates that are empowered with passion, knowledge, skills, values and engaging perspectives to develop as competitive leaders,” Cabarle said.

She added that she’s especially enthusiastic about the program’s advanced courses in auditing, taxation, accounting information systems, cost accounting with a data analytics focus and financial accounting and reporting.

“We are seeking to provide current, relevant and timely programming to address the shortage of accountants and the evolving CPA licensure requirements,” Cabarle said.

Stockton will offer a traditional two-year program and an accelerated dual-degree program where a Bachelor of Science in Accounting major could earn their Master in Accounting with only one additional year of study.

Prospective students interested in either degree program can learn more at stockton.edu/business, by calling 609-652-4534 or emailing business@stockton.edu.

-- Story by Mark Melhorn, photo by Susan Allen