Technology Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Catalog description

Technology Innovation & Entrepreneurship introduces students to the process of building high-tech ventures from idea to launch. Designed for engineers and scientists with an interest in innovation, the course develops the knowledge and skills needed to recognize entrepreneurial opportunities, shape them into viable business models, and communicate them effectively. Students work through a 14-module sequence, each aligned with a key component of a professional pitch deck. Along the way, they gain hands-on experience in opportunity analysis, business planning, and financial modeling. The course emphasizes clear communication and evidence-based decision making, culminating in a comprehensive pitch presented for peer and expert review.