Entrepreneurship

This program will help you tap into your business mindset and set you on the path to successful leadership. Students will explore the foundations of entrepreneurship - from recognizing opportunities, generating ideas, and innovating; to building teams and networking. Whether you think you might want to start your own business one day, or work in a leadership position at an established company, the knowledge you'll gain in this course will be fundamental to a successful career. Course topics may include effective communication to garner support to sell your idea; problem solving to overcome obstacles including change aversion; and crucial roles needed to build the perfect organization to execute your idea. Understanding these key elements is essential to develop a successful strategy and business plan. Learn what it takes to make a winning pitch, from documenting your new product or service, to writing a compelling business plan, and pitching your business idea to investors. Join us and take your entrepreneurial potential to the next level!

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

1. Recognize and evaluate potential business opportunities, and develop innovative ideas that can be transformed into successful ventures.
2. Communicate their ideas persuasively, learning how to pitch business concepts to investors, clients, and stakeholders.
3. Understand the dynamics of team building, leadership, and collaboration.
4. Develop strategies for overcoming common challenges such as resistance to change, and learn to solve complex business problems to drive success.
5. Document and structure a business plan, including strategies for product development, market analysis, and financial forecasting, preparing them to successfully present their ideas to potential investors.

Note: Information is subject to change as instructors finalize course content and syllabi.