entrepreneurship

Overview Discover how to shape your world with innovation In the ever-changing and highly competitive world we live in, the ability to think creatively has never been more important. Get an introduction to innovation and enterprise, and gain the confidence to generate ideas so that you can make...

Overview Understand the process of funding a start up Almost all startups need external financing, but new entrepreneurs rarely have training in fundraising. On this course you will learn the basics of financing a start up, exploring how important financial backing is for success and how to...

Overview What does it mean to be entrepreneurial? Being entrepreneurial is an exciting challenge and will help make your technology-based idea a reality. In this free online course, you’ll learn from experienced technology entrepreneurs and educators from the University of Twente how to address...

Overview Reflect on and develop your own entrepreneurial approach to work Taking an entrepreneurial approach to work can be useful in a range of contexts, not just starting your own company. This course will challenge your ideas about entrepreneurship and innovation and demonstrate how you can...

Overview A successful business starts with a clear vision and a thorough understanding of the opportunities available to turn that vision into a reality. Whether you have an idea for a future venture or you already have a side-line business whilst studying, this course will help you consider...

Overview A successful business relies heavily on people and networking. A good team and wider network are essential to success and growth. Whether you have an idea for a future venture or you already have a side-line business whilst studying, this course will help you to recognise the people who...

Overview To run a successful business you need to understand who your customers are and more importantly, how you are going to reach them. Whether you have an idea for a future venture or you already have a side-line business whilst studying, this course will help you to recognise and understand...

Overview A successful business relies on processes and information systems; it is important that an entrepreneur pays close attention to how their business works and how performance can be improved so that they are in a position to take it forward and manage growth. Whether you have an idea for...

Overview The management of finances is crucial to a successful business; financial information provides the evidence to support your decisions about a business and helps to justify those decisions when you present them to other people. Whether you have an idea for a future venture or you already...

Overview A successful business requires funding to get it started. There are many ways to get your business up and running, from the informal such as personal savings and borrowing, borrowing from friends and family, to the more formal avenues like bank loans, raising equity to crowd-funding...

COURSE DESCRIPTION Success in business can be greatly enhanced with an understanding of key entrepreneurial characteristics and competencies solutions. This interactive course provides potential entrepreneurs with the knowledge of succeeding in an entrepreneurial opportunity. Topics include: how...

COURSE DESCRIPTION This Innovation and Entrepreneurship course focuses on the interconnection between entrepreneurial thinking and innovation. Specifically, we look at models used in Silicon Valley to grow both start-up companies as well as innovation inside large organizations. Bringing...

What is an Entrepreneur? An Entrepreneur is a person who sets up a new business. What skills do Entrepreneurs need? Creative thinking Problem solving Risk management Leadership People management Communication & negotiation Passion & drive What qualifications do you need to become an...

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The following courses have been selected to help you start your own business. Although many are part of Learning Pathways offered by the platform delivering the courses, each individual course can still be accessed for free. If you wish to gain a Certificate, you'll need to pay a fee and...

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