Entrepreneurship and Innovation (E&I) Track
Join us today and take the first step towards achieving your entrepreneurial goals and turning your ideas into a reality.
The Entrepreneurship and Innovation (E&I) Track offers learners the opportunity to transform ideas into practical solutions. This track is designed with a unique focus on providing learners with insights to re-frame their thinking in order to maximize their chances for success. The curriculum provides coursework that builds a strong foundation in the entrepreneurial process.
To obtain a program-level certificate of completion issued by the U.S.-ASEAN Center, learners are required to complete all courses listed in the Mandatory Courses section. In addition, a course-level certificate will be awarded upon completion of each individual course.
Four mandatory courses complemented by a broad selection of elective content
What is Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation?
“What is technology innovation?” is the first course in Reframing your Mindset to be a Tech Entrepreneur and Innovator. You will learn about the basics of technology innovation, including what it is, how it works, and the underlying mindset you will need to be successful.
Care: The First Step in Tech Innovation for Entrepreneurs
As you develop your innovator mindset, you will need to focus on evidence-based entrepreneurship and skills that will help you move forward in identifying and solving problems. You will learn the tenets of evidence-based entrepreneurship, identify and work on problems, and assess the value of intrapreneurship.
Curiosity: A Necessary Ingredient for Successful Innovation
Curiosity guides the work that an innovator does. This curiosity is evidenced through action- through discussion with others, investigation within the marketplace, and understanding of consumers. You will conduct marketplace conversations and learn the value of customer archetypes and personas to enhance your ideas.
Putting it All Together: Problem-Solve Like an Entrepreneur
Once you’ve learned about innovation, caring, and curiosity, you’ll need to integrate them as you begin your journey as a technology innovator. You will be asked to articulate your idea using design thinking and learnings to craft an Evidence-Based Pitch Deck.