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Getting Started with IT-based Entrepreneurship

Getting Started with IT-based Entrepreneurship

This course is part of Information Technology Entrepreneurship & Startup Specialization

Instructor: Soumya Sen

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6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

Skills you'll gain

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Assessments

8 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Information Technology Entrepreneurship & Startup Specialization

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There are 6 modules in this course

This course, "Getting Started with IT-based Entrepreneurship," guides aspiring entrepreneurs through the essential steps of starting on an IT-based entrepreneurial journey. It covers the lessons learned from successful entrepreneurs, understanding personal and team strengths, and identifying IT-enabled opportunities.

Module details

What's included

3 videos

In this module, you will explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, including what it means to be an entrepreneur and the stages involved in the entrepreneurial journey. You will also analyze the factors that contribute to the success or failure of startups in new markets, providing you with a solid foundation to begin your entrepreneurial endeavors.

What's included

11 videos1 reading2 assignments

11 videosTotal 53 minutes

Module 1 Overview2 minutes
Introduction to IT Entrepreneurship6 minutes
What is Innovation?5 minutes
Misconceptions about Entrepreneurship - Part 14 minutes
Misconceptions about Entrepreneurship - Part 24 minutes
Entrepreneurial Traits4 minutes
A Typical Entrepreneur's Journey7 minutes
How to Get Started?6 minutes
Jack Ma's Alibaba - Struggles of Initial Years5 minutes
Jack Ma's Alibaba - Competition with Ebay5 minutes
Lessons from Alibaba's Success4 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

The Jack Ma Story: Why Thinking Big is More Important Than Technical Knowledge10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 120 minutes

Practice Exam60 minutes
Graded Exam60 minutes

In this module, you will determine if entrepreneurship is the right path for you by analyzing your personal strengths and entrepreneurial potential. You will also learn how to assess the strengths of your founding team to ensure a well-rounded and effective startup. Additionally, this module will guide you through the process of creating a startup as a legal entity, setting the foundation for your business operations.

What's included

9 videos2 readings2 assignments

9 videosTotal 45 minutes

Module 2 Overview2 minutes
Discovering Your Passion6 minutes
People Skills & Work Style6 minutes
Qualities Needed In A Team5 minutes
Identifying Team Strengths6 minutes
Team Readiness5 minutes
Proprietorships & Partnerships8 minutes
C-Corp & S-Corp5 minutes
Limited Liability Company3 minutes

2 readingsTotal 20 minutes

How Entrepreneurs Can Keep Their Passion from Fading10 minutes
So You Want to Be an Entrepreneur?10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 120 minutes

Practice Exam60 minutes
Graded Exam60 minutes

In this module, you will explore the vast opportunities available to startups through emerging technologies. You will delve into the potential of data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to drive innovation and growth. Additionally, you will learn how platform models can create new avenues for entrepreneurial ventures, offering scalable and flexible business opportunities.

What's included

8 videos4 readings2 assignments

8 videosTotal 46 minutes

Module 3 Overview2 minutes
Mobile & App-based Innovation5 minutes
IoT & Cloud-enabled Innovation5 minutes
Blockchain-based Innovation6 minutes
Big Data Insights8 minutes
Field Experimentation7 minutes
Sharing Economy7 minutes
From Products to Platforms7 minutes

4 readingsTotal 40 minutes

Driving Innovation: How Startups Can Harness the Potential of Blockchain Technology10 minutes
Why Startups Need Cloud Computing?10 minutes
Supporting the Next Generation of Startups10 minutes
How Generative AI is Changing Entrepreneurship10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 120 minutes

Practice Exam60 minutes
Graded Exam60 minutes

In this module, you will gain valuable insights by studying the success stories of industry giants like Uber, Apple, and Google. You will analyze the strategies and innovations that contributed to their success. Additionally, you will learn how to create a business model canvas to effectively analyze and achieve product-market fit, applying these lessons to your own entrepreneurial ventures.