Rothman Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

For more than 25 years, the Rothman Institute has been helping our business school graduates succeed in becoming leading entrepreneurs and market innovators.

Helping Entrepreneurs and Innovators Succeed

Part of the Silberman College of Business since 1989, the Rothman Institute supports entrepreneurship and innovation in the academic, business, and nonprofit communities. An outstanding entrepreneurship curriculum taught by an excellent faculty has helped make the academic program among the top 20 in the nation. In addition, our innovative outreach programs help people succeed in their new or growing ventures as well as in their corporations or organizations.

Our vision is to empower people and communities to grow through education.

Veterans Launching Ventures

fdu.edu/vlv

In one semester you can earn a certificate and get the skills needed to launch a new business. U.S. Veterans and their family members can choose from an all-online version or in-person classes on the Florham campus.

  • February to March winter session: online course.
  • March to May spring semester: 10-week in-person course, Florham Campus.
  • October to December fall semester: 10-week in-person course, Florham Campus.

Family Business Alliance

fdu.edu/family

Established in 1992, the Forum is a membership-based program designed to help family firms successfully grow and ensure smooth transitions to the next generation.

  • January to April: Three monthly breakfast meetings in the spring semester
  • September to December: Three monthly breakfast meetings in the fall semester
  • 10 breakfast peer group mentoring sessions per year
  • December: Holiday Social

NJ Family Business of the Year Awards

fdu.edu/fboya

The awards have recognized the state’s finest family businesses since 1992.

  • June: Nominations are due.
  • October: Awards luncheon.

FDU Students

FDU students pitch their business idea to a panel of judges and compete for cash prizes.

Small Business Series

These workshops run from 8:30 AM to 10:30 PM, covering a variety of business topics presented by professionals and educators. The workshops are free, include breakfast, and are sponsored by local corporations.

  • April: free breakfast workshop.
  • September: free breakfast workshop.

Annual Lectures and Events

Rothman’s annual events offer an opportunity to enjoy networking with colleagues and to hear from successful businesspersons from the surrounding area.

  • March: Distinguished Entrepreneurial Lecture
  • April: NJ Female Entrepreneur Lecture at NJ Business Idea Awards Dinner
  • October: Women Entrepreneurship Week Panel
  • November: Innovation Lecture