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Course Description

Entrepreneurship Academy | Course Description

Explore the advantages and challenges of managing your own enterprise in the Entrepreneurship Academy. Our two-week program takes an in-depth look at choosing a start-up, prototype testing, market research, social innovation, global business, and the operations of running your own business. You will have opportunities to virtually hear from and interact with experienced entrepreneurs across different industries to learn about what it takes to become successful in any career path.

Bridging theory and practice, you will learn the basics of design thinking and brainstorming; mold your ideas into strong, promising business plans; and participate in teams in a final pitch competition. With an emphasis on personal development, our program incorporates practical, hands-on experience to help you build and improve your public speaking and communications skills, networking strategies, and team-building techniques all while exploring the world of entrepreneurship.

How You’ll Benefit

  • Learn from guest speakers, including experienced entrepreneurs from a variety of industries

  • Develop a business plan and pitch presentation in small groups

  • Participate in discussions, case studies, and interactive activities on business-related topics

  • Engage in hands-on exercises to improve your team-building and critical thinking skills 

  • Receive a Certificate of Participation upon successful completion

Program Format & Subject Areas

As a student in the Entrepreneurship Academy, you'll spend your day immersed in a blend of classroom lectures, field trips, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Throughout the week, you'll have the opportunity to explore the following subject areas:

  • Personal and professional development

  • Leadership, teamwork, and management

  • Networking skills and personal branding

  • Ethical business

  • Communication skills

  • Global entrepreneurship

  • Diversity in entrepreneurship

  • Risk management and finance

  • Research and prototyping

  • Entrepreneurship ecosystems and networks

  • And more

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Type
Class
Days
Su
Time
3:30PM to 5:00PM
Dates
Jun 16, 2024
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 4:30PM
Dates
Jun 17, 2024 to Jun 27, 2024
Type
Class
Days
F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jun 28, 2024
Location
Instructors
Section Notes

Sunday, June 16

Students must arrive on Sunday at 3:30 PM EST for Check-In and Orientation.*

There will be no accommodations before the designated check-in time.

Monday, June 17 - Thursday, June 27

Students will be in class from 9 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday of each week.*

Friday, June 28

Students will have their final class, closing ceremony, and depart campus *

There will be no accommodations after the designated check-out time.

All admitted summer high school students must complete and submit Student Life Forms (available Spring 2023) for program participation and apply for a GOCard. Please visit our Pre-Arrival Requirements page for more information. We recommend that you complete and upload these forms as soon as possible. Students who have not completed and uploaded their forms will not be permitted to attend any aspect of their program.

*All times are subject to change.

Type
Class
Days
Su
Time
3:30PM to 5:00PM
Dates
Jun 16, 2024
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 4:30PM
Dates
Jun 17, 2024 to Jun 27, 2024
Type
Class
Days
F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jun 28, 2024
Location
Instructors
Section Notes

Sunday, June 16

Students must arrive on Sunday at 3:30 PM EST for Check-In and Orientation.*

There will be no accommodations before the designated check-in time.

Monday, June 17 - Thursday, June 27

Students will be in class from 9 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday of each week.*

Friday, June 28

Students will have their final class, closing ceremony, and depart campus *

There will be no accommodations after the designated check-out time.

All admitted summer high school students must complete and submit Student Life Forms (available Spring 2023) for program participation and apply for a GOCard. Please visit our Pre-Arrival Requirements page for more information. We recommend that you complete and upload these forms as soon as possible. Students who have not completed and uploaded their forms will not be permitted to attend any aspect of their program.

*All times are subject to change.

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