Start something that serves.
Presbyterian College’s Service Entrepreneurship Minor empowers students to turn ideas into action. Rooted in PC’s commitment to service and leadership, this interdisciplinary program teaches students how to build ventures—nonprofit or for-profit—that address real community needs. Through hands-on projects, design thinking, and mentorship, students learn to launch initiatives that make a difference while gaining the tools of modern entrepreneurship.
The Power of Your Degree
- Expand your perspective.
Explore the intersection of business, ethics, and social change. - Broaden your knowledge.
Learn how to design, fund, and manage ventures that serve the public good. - Solidify your skill set.
Gain practical experience in business planning, marketing, budgeting, and community engagement. - Become a critical thinker.
Tackle real-world challenges with innovative solutions that serve others.
The Student Experience
Maggie
Judd '26
“(High school students) are action-oriented individuals who want to address the root causes of societal problems like homelessness, poverty, and inequality rather than the symptoms of those challenges."
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Ladson
Porter '28
"When I heard about the scholarship, I knew this was my chance to make a difference on a larger scale."
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Barrett
Moody '25
"I learned that service entrepreneurs are not the same as regular for-profit players. Any innovation that serves the public can be considered business."
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Required for Service Entrepreneurship minor coursework
Interdisciplinary Approach
Courses span business, public policy, nonprofit management, and service learning
12:1 Student-To-Faculty Ratio
In discussion-based classroom settings
What You’ll Study
The curriculum blends business fundamentals with service learning. Students take courses in social entrepreneurship, nonprofit leadership, marketing, and financial management. Electives offer deeper dives into civic engagement, sustainable development, and innovation strategy. All students participate in experiential learning through a capstone project that allows them to develop and pitch their service-oriented venture.
Get Involved
At Presbyterian College, you can actively pursue your passion for service entrepreneurship through programs and opportunities that take your discipline out of the classroom and into the real world—all while expanding your experience, perspective, and skillsets.
Careers in Service Entrepreneurship
Graduates of this minor go on to lead nonprofits, launch mission-driven businesses, and work in sectors that value innovation with impact. Whether working in community development, education, international aid, or corporate social responsibility, students are equipped with the entrepreneurial tools and service mindset to make a difference.
Career Professions
Social Entrepreneur
Nonprofit Executive Director
Community Development Specialist
Grant Writer or Fundraiser
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager
Economic Development Coordinator
Program Manager (Nonprofit or NGO)
Public Policy Advocate
Small Business Owner
Community Organizer
Innovation Consultant
Urban Planning Assistant
Social Impact Analyst
Service Learning Coordinator
Philanthropy Advisor
Volunteer Program Director
Microenterprise Consultant
Youth Program Leader
Environmental Outreach Coordinator
Global Development Officer
Acquired Skills
Business model creation and analysis
Social impact assessment
Grant writing and fundraising strategy
Marketing and branding for service initiatives
Financial management and budgeting
Design thinking and innovation
Public speaking and pitch delivery
Stakeholder engagement
Project planning and implementation
Strategic planning
Community needs assessment
Interdisciplinary problem-solving
Ethical leadership
Team collaboration and leadership
Entrepreneurial mindset
Advocacy and civic engagement
Networking and partnership building
Event planning and coordination
Volunteer management
Adaptability in diverse environments
Quick Stats
$70,000
Average Median Salary
Graduates with a Service Entrepreneurship degree typically start with a median salary around $50,000–$60,000, with potential to grow beyond $100,000 as they launch successful ventures or move into executive roles. Income varies widely depending on whether the individual starts their own business or enters a corporate or nonprofit role.
7-10% Growth
Projected Employment Rate
The employment landscape for entrepreneurs and related service industries is expected to grow steadily, with small business and self-employment rates contributing to this increase. Growth is driven by expanding service sectors like tech, consulting, and wellness.
High Versatility
Career Diversity Index
A degree in Service Entrepreneurship offers flexibility across industries such as hospitality, tech startups, education, retail, and social enterprises. Graduates can become business owners, consultants, innovation managers, or nonprofit leaders, making the career path highly adaptable.
Source(s): U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
