Entrepreneurship 101 Training
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Welcome to the Entrepreneurship 101 Training Program!
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of entrepreneurship? This 10-week training program is designed to equip you with the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to navigate the entrepreneurial landscape. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur with a business idea or simply curious about the entrepreneurial mindset, this course will provide you with valuable insights and practical tools to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey.
Each week we will explore a different aspect of entrepreneurship, from the overview of entrepreneurship and generating business ideas to crafting a comprehensive business plan. We will also provide a brief walkthrough of the financial, legal, and intellectual property issues that startups commonly face, as well as digital marketing and pitching strategies.
Join us to explore the dynamic world of entrepreneurship and empower you to turn your dreams into reality.
Course Outline
Week Date Topic 1 7/9/2023 Entrepreneurship: An Overview 2 14/9/2023 Social Innovation and Enterprise 3 21/9/2023 Design Thinking Principles 4 28/9/2023 Business Model Canvas 5 5/10/2023 Financial Basics for a Start-up Founder 6 12/10/2023 Managing legal issues arising with founders, employees, contractors and stakeholders 7 19/10/2023 Digital Marketing 8 2/11/2023 Protecting your start-ups through IP (IP/ Technology Licensing) 9 9/11/2023 Startup Compliance Issues 10 16/11/2023 Pitching 101 11 30/11/2023 Project Presentation 12 TBC Field Trip: Explore GBA Incubators
Note
Entrepreneurship 101 is a non-credit course offered by the Entrepreneurship Center (EC). Participants who attend 8 or more physical sessions will receive certificates of attendance issued by EC.
Target UG/PG students, no prior knowledge required Format Each session will consist of a 1-hour seminar, followed by a networking session where light refreshments will be provided. Project The objective is to create a diverse team of students with both technical and business backgrounds. This team will collaborate to develop and present a feasible business plan. Additionally, there is a $5,000 award per team available for the establishment of a company. Field Trip A trip to HKUST GBA incubators will be arranged in December 2023.We're excited to have you on board for this transformative journey. Let's dive into the world of entrepreneurship together!