About this Event
Duration: 1 Day (10 Executive Education Credits)
Credits Breakdown: 8 – Live | 1 – Pre-Training | 1 – Post-Training
Mode: Virtual / In-Person / Corporate In-House
Language: English
Refreshments: Includes lunch and light refreshments during classroom sessions
Course Overview
Entrepreneurship & Startup Launchpad is designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs, business professionals, and innovators with the essential knowledge and practical tools required to successfully launch and manage a startup. The program focuses on business idea validation, market analysis, business model development, and strategic planning to help participants transform ideas into viable ventures. Participants will learn structured approaches to building sustainable business foundations and navigating common startup challenges. Beyond theoretical concepts, the workshop emphasizes real-world application and practical decision-making. Participants will explore startup case studies, evaluate business opportunities, and develop structured launch plans. By the end of the program, learners will create a clear 30-day startup action roadmap to initiate or strengthen their entrepreneurial journey.
Why Join This Course?
- Understand the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and startup success
- Learn how to validate business ideas effectively
- Develop practical business planning skills
- Improve strategic thinking for startup growth
- Recognition – Certificate of Completion + 10 Credits Learning Objectives
- Understand core entrepreneurship concepts and startup lifecycle stages
- Identify and validate viable business opportunities
- Develop effective business models and value propositions
- Apply market analysis techniques for informed decisions
- Plan essential startup operations and growth strategies
- Create a 30-day startup launch action roadmap
Training Day Structure – 8 Modules (8 Hours, 8 Credits)
- Module 1: Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Module 2: Identifying Business Opportunities
- Module 3: Business Idea Validation
- Module 4: Business Model Development
- Module 5: Market Research & Customer Analysis
- Module 6 Startup Planning & Financial Basics
- Module 7: Growth Strategies & Risk Awareness
- Module 8: Toolkit – Startup Launch Action Plan
Target Audience
- Aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders
- Business professionals exploring entrepreneurship
- Small business owners
- Innovation and product development professionals
- Anyone interested in launching a business venture
Certification:
Participants will receive the Certificate of Completion from Skelora.
Trainer Profile
Delivered by entrepreneurship experts with real-world experience in startup development, business strategy, and venture planning. Trainers combine practical insights with structured frameworks to help participants build sustainable business foundations.
Note: Pre- and post-course work each carry Executive Education Credit weightage and are required for full certification eligibility
Agenda
Pre-Course Support (1 Credit)
Info: Reflection on entrepreneurial readiness, a self-assessment of business skills, identification of potential business ideas, and goal setting to prepare participants for structured learning during the workshop.
Module 1: Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Info: Understanding the entrepreneurial mindset, characteristics of successful founders, and the importance of innovation in business creation. Participants will explore how entrepreneurship drives economic growth and organizational development.
Module 2: Identifying Business Opportunities
Info: Learning techniques to recognize market gaps, evaluate customer needs, and assess feasibility of business ideas. Participants will practice structured opportunity identification methods.
Module 3: Business Idea Validation
Info: Understanding methods to test business concepts, validate assumptions, and reduce startup risks before launching.
Module 4: Business Model Development
Info: Learning how to design value propositions, revenue models, and operational structures using practical frameworks.
Module 5: Market Research & Customer Analysis
Info: Understanding target market identification, customer segmentation, and competitive analysis techniques.
Module 6 Startup Planning & Financial Basics
Info: Learning essential startup budgeting, cost estimation, and financial planning principles.
Module 7: Growth Strategies & Risk Awareness
Info: Understanding strategies for scaling businesses and managing startup risks effectively.
Module 8: Toolkit – Startup Launch Action Plan
Info: Consolidating learning into a structured 30-day startup roadmap with practical templates and implementation checklists.
Post-Course Support (1 Credit)
Info: Includes a Startup Success Playbook with business planning templates, validation checklists, a 30-Day Startup Launch Challenge, and practical tools to support entrepreneurial implementation.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
For venue information, Please contact us: [email protected], Grand Rapids, MI, United States
USD 778.50 to USD 882.20
