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Communication University of China

Start a Business: A Practical Guide to Entrepreneurial Success

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Adopt an entrepreneurial mindset to action your next business plan

Transform your innovative idea into a fully functioning business venture with the Communication University of China’s how-to guide for budding entrepreneurs.

In just six weeks, you’ll gain all the essential strategies and tools you need to craft a detailed and actionable business proposal that sets you up for success.

Build a strategic business model to outpace the market

With an initial overview of business models and how to utilise them effectively to spot new growth opportunities, you’ll map out the essential elements, from value proposition to target customers, of your business on a business model canvas.

Win over customers with essential marketing strategies

You’ll make informed business decisions while mitigating risk with market research tools, environmental analysis, and innovative marketing strategies that leverage the marketing mix’s 4Ps.

Hone your team management and financial skills

You’ll learn which leadership skills are essential for startup founders or managers and how to assemble balanced, well-resourced teams.

Plus, you’ll develop entrepreneurial financing strategies that attract investors, secure funding, and build cash flow at various stages of your startup’s lifecycle.

Craft a strategic, investor-ready business plan that stands out

Next, you’ll create a polished, strategic business plan that communicates your vision, goals, and value to potential investors. You’ll be guided through each section of the business plan and learn the common pitfalls to avoid when blueprinting your ventures.

Master entrepreneurship management to navigate the startup journey

Finally, you’ll wrap up this course by exploring key principles of entrepreneurship management and gaining risk management strategies for steering your business towards sustained growth.

This course is designed for anyone wanting to explore entrepreneurship beyond theory. No matter what stage of the process you’re at – from student to professional – you’ll be equipped with the entrepreneurial skills and confidence to launch and grow your future ventures.

Syllabus

  • Business Models and Business Model Innovation
    • Welcome to the Entrepreneurship Course!
    • Business Models
    • Business Model Canvas
    • Business Model Innovation
    • Discussion
  • Entrepreneurial Marketing
    • Entrepreneurial Environment Analysis
    • Entrepreneurial Project Market Research
    • Marketing Strategies for Startups
    • Discussion
  • Entrepreneurs and Entrepreneurs Team
    • Entrepreneurs
    • Entrepreneurial Teams
    • Entrepreneurial Team Management
    • Discussion
  • Entrepreneurial Financing
    • Entrepreneurial Financing
    • Entrepreneurial Financing Channels
    • Entrepreneurial Financing Process
    • Discussion
  • Business Plan
    • Evaluation of a Business Plan
    • Common Mistakes About a Business Plan
    • How to Attract Potential Investors
    • Discussion
  • Entrepreneurship Management
    • Risk Management
    • Growth of Startups
    • Management of Startups
    • Discussion

Taught by

Yuhan Liu

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