Program Overview

Introduction to Entrepreneurship

Professional Development Course

The Introduction to Entrepreneurship course is designed to explore the different aspects of entrepreneurship and how entrepreneurs create and establish successful new ventures. This course reviews issues and activities involved in starting a new business, including the decisions that must be made before an enterprise can be launched and established.

Program Overview

In this program, students will learn about:

• The characteristics of a successful entrepreneur
• The eight stages of the entrepreneurial process
• Evaluation of the market for a new venture
• Ways to structure a venture
• The strategic planning process
• Operational and financial planning
• Developing and employing a business plan
• Options for funding a new venture
• Implementing plans for a new venture
• Ethical issues faced by entrepreneurs

Target Audience

This program is ideal for anyone who wants to learn how to start their own business.

Program Details

• Location: Online
• Eligibility: Students do not need to be enrolled at CSULB to take this course.