The Spirit of Entrepreneurship (MS&E 178)

Is there more to entrepreneurship than inventing the better mouse trap? This course uses the speakers from the Entrepreneurial Thought Leader seminar (MS&E472) to drive research and discussion about what makes an entrepreneur successful. Topics include venture financing, business models, and interpersonal dynamics in the startup environment. Students meet before and after MS&E 472 to prepare for and debrief after the sessions. Enrollment limited to 60 students. Application available at first class session.

Instructors: Belani, R. (PI) ; Ma, E. (PI) ; Agarwal, D. (TA) ; Enge, S. (TA)

Instructors: Belani, R. (PI) ; Ma, E. (PI) ; Agarwal, D. (TA) ; Enge, S. (TA)
Faculty Principal Investigator (PI) Required?: N/A
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  • Entrepreneurship: Primary Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Light Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Stanford Students, Undergraduate Students
  • Objective(s): Enrich
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Fall, Spring, Winter
  • Updated: May 4, 2023

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