Course Description
The Business and Entrepreneurship program empowers marginalized youth by providing essential skills in business, financial literacy, and digital marketing. Designed by high school students, the course offers hands-on experience in idea generation, product development, budgeting, and marketing through social media platforms like Instagram. Students will develop comprehensive business plans, learn effective sales techniques, and engage in practical event management as they prepare for a culminating Shark Tank Jr. event. This program aims to inspire creativity, foster financial literacy, and build confidence in young entrepreneurs, preparing them for future economic independence and entrepreneurial success.
Course Learning Goals
Build Financial and Business Foundations
Students develop essential financial skills by managing budgets, balancing income and expenses, and setting business goals--all while launching their own mock companies.
Strengthen Communication, Marketing, and Leadership Skills
Through logo creating, targeted advertising, public speaking practice, and collaborative challenges, students learn how to market ideas, solve problems, and lead with confidence.
Develop Critical Thinking and Growth Mindsets
Students navigate real-world business scenarios like competition, investing, and risk management, preparing them to adapt, innovate, and seize opportunities throughout their future careers.
Program Features
Discover a few elements that set our Business and Entrepreneurship program apart: