The course is designed to serve as a catalyst to help students identify opportunities to put their training and expertise to use in creative and innovative ways, whether in business, scholarship, or other areas. It assumes that creativity and innovation are inherently collaborative, and that the ability to integrate different viewpoints is critical to success. The course will cover topics such as thinking entrepreneurially, developing entrepreneurial competencies and resources, working collaboratively, and examples of entrepreneurship in business, social, academic, and policy-making settings. In addition, guest entrepreneurs from various fields will share their experiences and insights. Students will also have the opportunity to work with other students on collaborative projects.
Objectives Learn how to take an entrepreneurial approach to life, mission, and career.
Develop understanding of what it means to be entrepreneurial, both philosophically and practically. Recognize and articulate competencies and that support being entrepreneurial. Learn how to work collaboratively with others toward entrepreneurial goals. Develop an action plan for an opportunity you wish to pursue.