Discover how innovation, resilience, and vision have shaped the Black economic experience in America. UISS125D: Black Economic Entrepreneurialism – Generational Wealth & Opportunity in America invites students to explore the powerful intersection of history, business, and social change through the lens of Black entrepreneurship.
Taught by Adjunct Professor Samuel McGee, Jr., MBA, MSAT, this course examines the historical and systemic forces that influenced Black enterprise—from the Reconstruction Era to today’s modern startup ecosystem. Students will engage with Black business owners, analyze case studies of economic empowerment, and develop their own entrepreneurial frameworks through interactive projects and multimedia assignments.
Whether you’re studying business, sociology, history, or entrepreneurship, this class offers a transformative look at how generational wealth is built and sustained across communities.