Innovation and Entrepreneurship, B.S.

What Can You Do With This Major?

We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.

Banking

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Commercial Credit Analyst $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Real Estate Operations Intern $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Financial Analyst $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Associate Project Manager $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Audit Intern $ 50,000 - $ 59,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Home Mortgage Consultant $ 140,000 - $ 149,000
Branch Manager $ 150,000 +
Senior Loan Officer $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Corporate Banking CML Loan Closer $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Project Manager $ 80,000 - $ 89,000

Marketing Services, Entertainment

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Marketing Associate $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Marketing Coordinator $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Investor Relations Associate $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Media Buyer $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Social Media Marketing Manager $ 50,000 - $ 59,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Account Executive $ 100,000 - $ 129,000
Director of Finance $ 100,000 - $ 159,000
MSG Live Concerts and Operations $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Project Consultant $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Territory Modernization Manager $ 90,000 - $ 99,000

Human Resources, Staffing and Recruiting

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Talent Acquisition Coordinator $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Human Resources Assistant $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Junior Marketing Associate $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Site Administrator $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Buyer $ 70,000 - $ 79,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Director of Human Resources $ 160,000 - $ 169,000
Group Chief Commercial Officer $ 120,000 - $ 129,000
Director of Finance $ 100,000 - $ 159,000
Director of Sponsored Projects $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Regional Construction $ 90,000 - $ 99,000

Where Can You Find URI Graduates?

Many alumni who majored in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.

Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students

University of Rhode Island    |     Technische Universität Braunschweig    |     Suffolk University Law School    |     Colorado State University    |     Harvard Extension School    |     Penn State University    |     Purdue University    |     Salem State University    |     Simmons University    |     St. Xavier's College

Top Employers Hiring Our Grads

Keller Williams Realty Inc.    |     Primetime Properties Inc.    |     RE/MAX    |     Friedman-Roth Realty Corp.    |     Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage    |     Avid Marketing Group    |     The Madison Square Garden Company    |     Vitamin World    |     Pacific International    |     Monroe Staffing Services    |     Property Ventures LLC    |     Energy Impact Partners    |     8VC    |     Innovate Raleigh    |     AAF Management Ltd.    |     Strategyn    |     SAP    |     Candorful    |     Business Innovation Factory    |     The Ignited Company

What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?

Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.

Career Readiness for All Majors:

  • Critical thinking
  • Oral and written communication
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Digital technology
  • Professionalism
  • Career and self development
  • Equity and inclusion

Innovation and Entrepreneurship, B.S. Skills:

These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.

  1. Business Management
  2. Time Management
  3. Design
  4. Marketing
  5. Product Development

Contact


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