CISCO Networking Academy

Discovering Entrepreneurship

Build entrepreneurial skills and develop a solution-oriented approach to problem solving through real-world examples and interactive branching activities.

Achievements

Badges you can earn in this course.
 

Overview

This course introduces the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, focusing on developing an entrepreneurial mindset, identifying opportunities, and crafting your own entrepreneurial story. It provides a strong foundation for anyone looking to build and enhance their entrepreneurial skills. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this course will equip you with the knowledge and insights needed to thrive in the entrepreneurial world.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Entrepreneurship Today
  • Introduction
  • Entrepreneurs and Entrepreneurship
  • The Entrepreneurial Lifestyle and Career
  • The Entrepreneur as a Problem Solver
  • Factors Driving the Growth of
  • Entrepreneurship
    Entrepreneurship around the Globe
  • Introduction
  • Entrepreneurial Vision
  • The Vision Statement
  • Introduction
  • The Entrepreneurial Mindset
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit and Passion
  • An Entrepreneurial Mindset in Your Discipline or Field
  • Simulation Game
  • Introduction
  • Self-Employment as an Entrepreneurial Journey
  • Starting Your
  • Entrepreneurial Journey
    Entrepreneurial Rewards and Risks
  • Introduction
  • Historical Perspective
  • The Entrepreneurial Process
  • Introduction
  • Opportunities and Options
  • Finding Your Entrepreneurial Path
  • Introduction
  • Selecting a Framework
  • Comparison of Frameworks
  • Applying the Framework Through an Action Plan
  • Types of Entrepreneurs
  • Simulation Game
  • Introduction
  • Theories of Opportunity
  • Drivers of Opportunity
  • Introduction
  • Opportunity Screening
  • Common Sources of Research Data
  • Researching and Verifying the Entrepreneurial Journey
  • Industry and Consumer Sources of Opportunity
  • Introduction
  • Elements of Competitive Analysis
  • Tools for Competitive Analysis
  • Social Media’s Role in Research
  • Business Models and Feasibility
  • Simulation Game
  • Introduction
  • Problem-Solution Narrative
  • Vision and the Value Proposition
  • Mission
  • Goals
  • Introduction
  • Telling Your Own Story
  • Building a Startup with Stories
  • Introduction
  • Pitch Audience and Goals
  • Key Elements of a Pitch
  • Pitch Decks and Pitfalls
  • Your Elevator Pitch
  • Simulation Game
  • Introduction
  • Protect Your Idea
  • Keeping Your Ideas Safe
  • Using Feedback
  • Introduction
  • Contests
  • Competitions