Entrepreneurship Merit Badge

Entrepreneurship and the Trail to Eagle

Entrepreneurship is an elective merit badge. It is not required for any rank, but it can count as one of the 8 elective badges a scout needs for Eagle, alongside the 13 Eagle-required badges. Elective badges are also where most scouts discover hobbies and careers, so choose ones you are genuinely curious about. Browse the complete merit badge list to compare options.

Entrepreneurship Merit Badge Requirements

Summary of the 5 main requirements for Entrepreneurship. Always confirm the exact wording with your counselor or the current official BSA requirements.

1
Explain what entrepreneurship means.
2
Explain to your counselor why entrepreneurs are important to the economy.
3
Discuss with your counselor a business idea you might have.
4
Develop a business plan for your idea.
5
Find out about three career opportunities as an entrepreneur.

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How to Earn the Entrepreneurship Merit Badge

1. Get a blue card and a counselor

Ask your Scoutmaster for approval to start Entrepreneurship, then find a registered merit badge counselor for it through your troop or council.

2. Plan around the setting

Entrepreneurship is usually earned on your own with a counselor. Schedule regular check-ins with your counselor so partial progress does not stall.

3. Budget the time

Expect about 6 weeks for a challenging badge like this one. Working with a partner or at a merit badge clinic can shorten it.

4. Track every requirement

Keep notes as you complete each item so your counselor can sign off without re-doing work. Eagle Compass tracks all 5 Entrepreneurship requirements for you.

Entrepreneurship Merit Badge FAQ

Is the Entrepreneurship merit badge required for Eagle Scout?

No. Entrepreneurship is an elective merit badge. It can count as one of the 8 elective badges needed for Eagle Scout, alongside the 13 Eagle-required badges.

How long does the Entrepreneurship merit badge take?

Most scouts finish Entrepreneurship in about 6 weeks, depending on counselor availability and how the requirements are scheduled.

Where do scouts usually earn the Entrepreneurship merit badge?

Entrepreneurship is most often earned on your own with a counselor. Any registered merit badge counselor for Entrepreneurship can sign off requirements.