This program is for undergraduate students who want a strong foundation in business entrepreneurship and Montessori-inspired education without pursuing Montessori certification. The program requires 120 credits, including 30 credits in general education. The BS program is divided into three phases: Discovery, Journey, and Mastery, with Discovery and Journey providing students with a solid business entrepreneurship foundation.
- Self-paced online learning
- Live Lectures (recorded, in case you miss a session)
- Minimum of 120 credit hours; 35 courses
- Complete coursework within three years
- $3,000 for the entire BS program in four years (or $100 monthly)
OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
The BS in Business Education blends Montessori-inspired educational theory with core business entrepreneurship skills. Students learn how to educate, design educational ventures, develop impactful programs, and apply leadership and business knowledge to real-world contexts. Without the in-person application and practicum, the program offers greater flexibility while still emphasizing entrepreneurial and educational excellence.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Become an entrepreneurial education leader who builds impactful ventures rooted in innovation and inclusive learning:
- How to integrate Montessori-inspired methods into innovative educational ventures.
- How to develop business plans, marketing strategies, and leadership initiatives.
- How to build scalable and sustainable businesses focused on education and social impact.
- How to apply Ubuntu philosophy and sustainable leadership principles to business and education.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed secondary education (or equivalent) and demonstrate competency in English. This program welcomes candidates passionate about education, business innovation, and global community-building. Osiri University will accept up to 60 credits (approximately 20 undergraduate courses) previously taken courses at other universities towards an undergraduate degree. Exemptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.
To begin the enrollment process, please upload a copy of your high school diploma/secondary school certificate or equivalent or an unofficial statement of results showing the subjects you have completed in high/secondary school, along with the administrative fee. After starting classes, ensure that official transcripts/results are sent to the Registrar via email at [email protected], or mailed to The Registrar, 2737 N. 49th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska, USA, 68504, directly from your former institution.
CURRICULUM / COURSES
The BS in Business Education without Montessori Teacher Credential prepares students to combine business leadership with educational innovation. Students engage with Montessori philosophy, curriculum areas, and child-centered educational theories, while building entrepreneurial skills through business coursework in finance, marketing, leadership, and project management. Without the in-person Montessori practicum, students have greater flexibility to focus on venture creation and leadership. Graduates are prepared to launch impactful businesses or educational initiatives that transform communities.
Courses (120 credits, 35 Courses)
DISCOVERY
HUMA 300 Ubuntu Mind (GedEd)
BICE 102 Principles of Management
BICE 103 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Venture Creation
BICE 104 Media Writing (GedEd)
BICE 105 Global Issues (GedEd)
BICE 201 Global Entrepreneurial Environment
BICE 106 Basic Mathematics (GedEd)
BICE 107 Financial Literacy (GedEd)
BICE 202 Entrepreneurial Marketing
BICE 203 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
CSIS 101 Introduction to Computers (GedEd)
BICE 108 Principles of Project Management (6 credits)
BICE 204 Principles of Economics (6 credits) (GenEd)
Total Credits: 45
JOURNEY
BICE 300 Principles of Communication (GedEd)
BICE 205 Theories of Entrepreneurship
BICE 301 Business Strategy for Sustainability
BICE 302 Sustainable Leadership
BICE 206 Statistics (GedEd)
BICE 303 Supply Chain Management
CSIS 302 Data Ethics and Governance
HUMA 210 Happiness (GenEd)
BICE 304 Global Sustainable Human Resource Management
BICE 305 Law and Ubuntu
BICE 207 Biographical Studies of Entrepreneurial Thinkers and Giants
BICE 306 Leading with Accounting and Finance
BICE 401 Business Opportunity Scouting and Evaluation (6 credits)
Total Credits: 42
MASTERY
BICE 401 International Business and Management (6 credit)
HUMA 311 Montessori Philosophy (8 weeks)
HUMA 312 History and Geography (8 weeks)
HUMA 313 Mathematics (8 weeks)
HUMA 314 Geometry (8 weeks)
HUMA 315 Language and Grammar (8 weeks)
HUMA 317 Leadership (8 weeks)
BICE 403 Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development (6 credits)
Total Credits: 30