Start-ups can benefit from a wide variety of financing options on the path to profitability, but how do you know which one to choose? This course explores different financing models, including bootstrapping, organic growth, debt and risk capital, and also provides a clear overview of equity financing including the key types of investors: angels, venture capital, and … [Read more...] about Entrepreneurship 4: Financing and Profitability
Entrepreneurship
English for Business and Entrepreneurship
Welcome to English for Business and Entrepreneurship, a course created by the University of Pennsylvania, and funded by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office of English Language Programs. To enroll in this course for free, click on “Enroll now†and then select "Full Course. No certificate." This course is designed for non-native … [Read more...] about English for Business and Entrepreneurship
Technology Commercialization, Part 1: Setting up your Idea Filtering System
New ideas based on high-technology research have a high failure rate because they hit the ground running with lopsided priorities and misalignments. Students complete this course with an Innovation Creed (“Why are you doing this?â€) and a customized Idea Filter (“Are you working on the right priorities?â€)—2 simple tools that steer concept-stage commercialization to … [Read more...] about Technology Commercialization, Part 1: Setting up your Idea Filtering System
The 3D Printing Revolution
This course will demonstrate how 3D printers work, show what people make with them, and examine the 3D printing ecosystem. It will also explore the future of 3D printing and discuss how this technology will revolutionize our world. The course materials include informative video lectures, on-location interviews with a variety of 3D printing experts, and engaging hands-on … [Read more...] about The 3D Printing Revolution
Business Model Canvas: A Tool for Entrepreneurs and Innovators (Project-Centered Course)
What you’ll achieve: In this project-centered course*, you will use the Business Model Canvas innovation tool to approach either a personal or corporate challenge or opportunity. You’ll learn to identify and communicate the nine key elements of a business model: Customer Segments, Value Proposition, Channels, Customer Relationships, Key Resources, Key Activities, Key … [Read more...] about Business Model Canvas: A Tool for Entrepreneurs and Innovators (Project-Centered Course)
