Entrepreneurship

Objectives

The course is designed to give the necessary management background of what is involved in creating a new enterprise. The course focuses on the specific aspects of starting a technology based company. The restricted numbers of participants provides the opportunity to meet and network with other Entrepreneurs to be. It is intended for participants who are seriously considering entrepreneurship as a career option.

The program of 14 modules covers important aspects of launching a business from initial idea to growth and international expansion. It has been designed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs. It therefore integrates academic concepts with a very practical results-oriented approach. The course is frequently adapted to reflect the latest research in the field of entrepreneurship. 

A highly focused teaching methodology combines relevant concepts with concrete entrepreneurial illustrations and checklists. Sessions are structured in a mix of focused expert input, individual and group exercises, and class discussion. The team also encourages individual coaching, feedback and support after and during the sessions. 

Participants are required to do individual as well as group homework and to handle a consulting mission for a real company, recommending concrete improvements to its management. This is a strong part of the overall assessment.

The course addresses two kind of skills required to start a company which are divided into Entrepreneur Skills and Start Up Tools.

Please see Entrepreneurship Courses to view scheduled dates, times, and locations that this course may be available.